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Gloria is joined by Sean Lyons, Chief Online Safety Officer at Netsafe NZ, where he has worked for 20 years and also serves as Netsafe's functional lead on Child Sexual Abuse online.With experience in both the IT industry and education across the UK and New Zealand, Sean has a keen interest in how technology can be used to perpetrate harm online and how it can better be used to address it.Sean is an active member of INHOPE, the international association of online child sexual abuse hotlines, and also serves on the Meta Safety Advisory Council.A thoughtful and important conversation for parents, caregivers, educators, and anyone wanting to better understand child safety in digital spaces.For more information, resources, or coaching — whether you are a survivor or a supporter, visit: handingtheshameback.orgWe are on all social media platforms:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HandingtheShameBackInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/handingtheshameback/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@handingtheshamebackTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@handingshamebackLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/handing-the-shame-back #HandingTheShameBack #HandSign4Kids #LetsSaveSomeKids #GlobalHandSign #SafeAdults #CSASurvivor #KeepingKidsSafe 

You don't have to do anything to become a victim of image-based sexual abuse. AI can now fabricate intimate images from a single photo - and the shame, fear, and coercion that follow are just as real as if it had actually happened. Melody talks to Netsafe's Sean Lyons about deepfakes, sextortion, nudify apps, and the organised crime networks behind them. Essential listening - especially if you have kids online.Make a submission to the deepfake digital harm and exploitation bill here Get in touch with Netsafe here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A massive gaming platform that's introduced new safety measures for kiwi kids said it's leading the way, but it's not perfect. Roblox has set up new kids' accounts, with limits on chat functions and more parental controls adding to safety measures like AI age checks. Internationally Roblox is lawsuits, and allegations predators are grooming children in its virtual world. Sean Lyons the Chief Online Safety Officer at Netsafe New Zealand spoke to Lisa Owen.

Parce que… c'est l'épisode 0x2F0! Préambule Je suis dans une alcôve dans une chambre d'hôtel, d'où l'écho inhabituel… et première diffusion live sur Twitch. Shameless plug 28 et 29 avril 2026 - Cybereco Cyberconférence 2026 9 au 17 mai 2026 - NorthSec 2026 3 au 5 juin 2026 - SSTIC 2026 19 septembre 2026 - Bsides Montréal 1 au 3 décembre 2026 - Forum INCYBER - Canada 2026 24 et 25 février 2027 - SéQCure 2027 Description Les vérifications d'identité : une fausse sécurité ? L'épisode s'ouvre sur un phénomène observé sur Tinder : certains profils contiennent une dernière photo manifestement absurde — un visage humain grossièrement intégré dans une image aléatoire (statue, panneau publicitaire). La théorie qui circule est que ces photos serviraient à contourner le système de vérification d'identité de la plateforme. Les fraudeurs utiliseraient cette image pour obtenir le badge « vérifié », puis la laisseraient en dernière position en espérant que les utilisateurs, éblouis par les premières photos générées par IA, n'y prêtent pas attention. Ce constat amène une réflexion plus large sur la valeur réelle des systèmes de vérification en ligne. Les coanimateurs rappellent l'époque du « vrai » crochet bleu sur Twitter, qui exigeait pièces d'identité et articles pour valider l'authenticité d'un compte. Depuis le rachat par Elon Musk et la transformation en X, n'importe qui peut acheter cette certification, vidant le système de son sens. L'épisode fait le parallèle avec Meta, qui facture également l'authentification. Résultat : les fraudeurs ont simplement appris à acheter la confiance plutôt qu'à la mériter, et les utilisateurs, rassurés par un badge, perdent leur réflexe naturel de vigilance. Un exemple hilarant illustre bien le chaos engendré : un compte parodique nommé « Eli Lilly » avait annoncé que l'insuline devenait gratuite, forçant la vraie entreprise pharmaceutique à démentir publiquement. Le vibe coding : l'illusion de créer sans comprendre Le second sujet porte sur Bolt.new (appelé « vapor » dans l'épisode), une application qui promet à n'importe qui de créer son propre site web ou application sans connaissances en programmation, grâce à l'IA. Le problème est apparu au grand jour quand des bases de données d'utilisateurs se sont retrouvées entièrement exposées au public. La plateforme a d'abord tenté de rejeter la faute sur ses utilisateurs en affirmant que la notion de « public » dans sa documentation était mal comprise — une formulation que les animateurs attribuent elle-même à une rédaction par IA tant le ton est caractéristique. Cette controverse illustre un problème de fond : coder est un métier qui intègre des principes de sécurité appris au fil des années. Le « vibe coding » reproduit les erreurs des quarante dernières années de développement logiciel, où tout est ouvert par défaut et où la sécurité n'est jamais pensée dès la conception (security by design). L'IA génère du code sans jamais demander « as-tu pensé à la sécurité de tes utilisateurs ? ». Le danger est double : non seulement les applications ainsi créées sont vulnérables, mais les utilisateurs qui s'y connectent ne peuvent pas savoir si elles l'ont été. La discussion s'élargit à la dévalorisation progressive des métiers créatifs et techniques — photographes, graphistes, développeurs — dont le travail devient invisible aux yeux de décideurs incapables de distinguer un résultat généré automatiquement d'un travail véritablement expert. Les animateurs anticipent toutefois un retour de balancier : les entreprises qui misent tout sur l'IA finiront par réaliser que la valeur humaine est ce qui les différencie réellement sur le marché. Modèles d'IA et cybersécurité : la guerre asymétrique Un troisième bloc aborde la sortie de modèles d'IA présentés comme potentiellement « dangereux » pour la cybersécurité. Les animateurs analysent ces annonces avec scepticisme, y voyant surtout des coups marketing habiles. Ils notent que les vulnérabilités mises en avant ont pu être reproduites avec des modèles publics existants, ce qui relativise le danger présenté. L'enjeu réel, selon eux, n'est pas tant la puissance brute des modèles que la façon dont ils sont utilisés. Des modèles plus petits, qui hallucinent davantage, peuvent en réalité trouver des vulnérabilités inédites précisément parce qu'ils explorent des zones imprévisibles — une forme de créativité non intentionnelle. L'approche par agents autonomes décentralisés, inspirée du fonctionnement du cerveau ou même des tentacules d'une pieuvre (chaque tentacule dispose d'une capacité décisionnelle propre), est présentée comme bien plus prometteuse que la course aux modèles toujours plus grands. Le réseau 764 : grooming, extorsion et idéologies radicales Le sujet le plus lourd de l'épisode est abordé par Catherine, qui le prépare depuis plusieurs semaines. À l'occasion de l'arrestation d'un homme de 26 ans à Québec, accusé d'avoir contacté des mineurs de 12-13 ans, elle explique l'écosystème criminel connu sous le nom de The Com — un réseau informel structuré autour du cybercrime, de la sextorsion et de la violence hors ligne. Le groupe 764 est une branche de cet écosystème. Né d'une idéologie néonazie, il s'est rapidement transformé en réseau de grooming systématique ciblant des adolescents vulnérables sur des plateformes comme Roblox, Minecraft et Discord. Les abuseurs repèrent des jeunes exprimant des difficultés (santé mentale, identité, isolement), pratiquent le love bombing pour devenir leur unique point d'ancrage affectif, puis exercent du chantage à partir de photos compromettantes, allant jusqu'à demander des automutilations filmées. Les animateurs insistent sur l'importance de parler ouvertement avec les enfants, sans jugement, et de connaître les signaux d'alerte : blessures inexpliquées, cadeaux inattendus, comportements dissimulateurs en ligne. Des ressources comme le site du gouvernement néo-zélandais (Netsafe) sont recommandées pour accompagner ces conversations. En guise de conclusion : l'humour comme résistance L'épisode se termine sur une réflexion collective sur la déshumanisation numérique, la dissociation permanente que génère l'habitude de tout filmer, et le sentiment d'un futur bouché chez les jeunes générations — autant de facteurs qui alimentent ces dérives. Mais plutôt que le désespoir, les animateurs choisissent l'humour comme mécanisme d'adaptation et comme forme d'espoir : rire ensemble, c'est aussi reconnaître une communauté de valeurs et continuer à croire qu'un autre monde est possible. Collaborateurs Nicolas-Loïc Fortin Catherine Dupont-Gagnon Samuel Harper Crédits Montage par Intrasecure inc Locaux virtuels par Riverside.fm

The alarm's being raised on sextortion, and ways young people can get help. A Coroner's found an 18-year-old took his life hours after sharing intimate images with someone pretending to be a young Timaru woman. The scammer - who was later traced to Africa - demanded $5000 and threatened to share their conversation. Netsafe's Chief Online Safety Officer Sean Lyons says young people should ask parents or others for support. He says the last thing they should do is hide it. "Because it is that shame, it is that horror that's on many young people - and specifically, the young and their vulnerability." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sextortion complaints have jumped almost 50 percent according to online safety watchdog Netsafe. The online scams are a type of blackmail where someone threatens to share nude images or sexually explicit video of a person unless they get paid or are given more sexual content. On the eve of Valentine's Day Netsafe is reminding people to be careful; romance scams remain among the top ten reported to the watchdog. Netsafe's chief online safety officer Sean Lyons spoke to Lisa Owen.

Scammers behind the Manage My Health security breach could attempt to contact affected customers. Earlier this month, the patient portal became aware more than 127-thousand users' health records had been compromised in an attack last year. Netsafe chief online safety officer Sean Lyons told Ryan Bridge that the cybercriminals could impersonate the company or other agencies - in what's known as a recovery scam. He says they could say they work for Manage My Heath or say they could help people secure information. He says it's a tried and tested path for scammers. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Online hate speech in New Zealand is becoming more targeted and our system can't keep pace. Netsafe's latest survey shows since 2018, the proportion of ethnicity-based hate speech has risen from 18% to 36%, becoming the most common reason people are targeted. Political-based hate has also increased to 25%. Netsafe Chief Online Safety Officer Sean Lyons told Andrew Dickens regulation is a really important part of dealing with it. He says that when people clearly understand where the laws sit and there's a framework to deal with that harmful content, then the platforms can better deal with it. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new report by Netsafe and the global anti scam alliance shows that New Zealand lost a record $3 billion to scams this year, which is up 30 percent from the prior year. In response the Government says it is taking action with a planned law change that it says will see potentially fraudulent ads being taken offline quicker. But is that enough? Jesse talks to former scam victim turned scam rescue adviser Glenn Baker.

It’s been revealed that Kiwis lost a record $3 billion to scams this year. That’s a 30% increase from $2.3 billion last year. Netsafe and the Global Anti-Scam Alliance ‘State of Scams in New Zealand’ report shows that scammers are getting more sophisticated – and victims are facing persistent barriers to reporting and recovering their losses. So, how should we protect ourselves and who should be held accountable? Today on The Front Page, Netsafe’s Sean Lyons is with us to break down the latest figures, and discuss how New Zealand can better prepare itself for the evolving world of scams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scams have always been a hot topic. As technology gets more sophisticated, Kiwis of all ages are becoming more vulnerable to falling for them. Estimates of how much money we’ve lost varies, though one NetSafe and Global Antiscam Alliance report estimated over 2 billion dollars lost last year alone. So what is being done to try and solve this crisis, and do banks and the government need to take more responsibility? NZ Herald senior reporter Lane Nichols joins us today on The Front Page to discuss the latest scammers and what solutions there could be in future. Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network. Host: Chelsea DanielsEditor/Producer: Richard MartinProducer: Ethan SillsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony discusses a recent randsomware attack on an Australian construction firm where 17 GB of corporate data was allegedly taken; the US Justice Department has unsealed indictments against 12 individuals, so called "hackers for hire; and New Zealand has seen a dramatic 68% increase in sextortion cases in the first three months of the year, according to Netsafe. Tony Grasso is Principal Consultant at cybersecurity firm TitaniumDefence. He worked at GCHQ in the UK and is a former Intelligence Officer in New Zealand.

Steroids and other performance and image enhancing drugs are becoming more common in drug checking clinics. KnowYourStuff and the New Zealand Needle Exchange programme say the amount of people bringing in steroids and similar drugs has jumped in the past two years. Users are buying substances online through websites and on social media - and Netsafe said it's a growing problem. Bella Craig reports.

New Zealand children have had their say on what they want from a safer internet. A Save the Children and Netsafe survey of a thousand young people aged six to eighteen finds more than half feel safe online. Around three quarters believe greater control over ads, and stronger protections from harmful content are needed. Netsafe Chief Online Officer Sean Lyons told Andrew Dickens it needs to be a joint effort. He says it's the responsibility of parents to keep an eye and provide support, but it's also on regulation and the platforms. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Online safety campaigners say Netsafe is too close to the big tech companies and an independent regulator is required to improve online safety. Guyon Espiner has the story.

Netsafe say it's encouraging tech giant Meta to prevent scams in the country. Across the ditch, social media companies are detecting and preventing such behaviour. No such protections currently apply in New Zealand - but tech giant Meta is working to introduce defences against finance and celebrity based scam ads. Netsafe Chief Online Safety Officer Sean Lyons says Meta still needs to be pushed to do more to shut down scams. "We should definitely be pushing them to do more so that we're not put in harm's way while we're using their platforms." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's podcast, Charlie has discovered how to bark like a dog and has now forgotten how to speak normally. We also discover that Azura is extremely picky when it comes to her icks. Plus, we were joined by some special guests, Sean Lyons from Netsafe after Azura was hacked again, Tuakoi, the voice of Te Reo Princess Fiona and lastly Subash Chandar, Kiwi teacher who is a finalist in a million-dollar teaching prize. For more, follow our socials: Instagram Facebook Tik Tok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scammers are draining billions of dollars from Kiwis' back pockets - and Netsafe is calling for change. New Zealand's latest State of Scams report shows more than $2.3 billion was lost this year, up from $2.1 billion last year. Andrew Bayly has been appointed anti-scams minister. Netsafe CEO Brent Carey says he welcomes this appointment, as it'll be easier to co-ordinate with one person. "It enables us to co-ordinate directly with one person instead of across multiple ministers - and the UK has a fraud minister. This is great news." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Instagram has made some widespread platform changes to make things safer for teen users. Accounts made by under-18s will be made private by default and notifications won't appear from 10pm to 7am. Instagram is also introducing more adult supervision tools - including letting parents see accounts their teen has recently messaged. Netsafe Chief Online Safety officer Sean Lyons says it's a good step. "It doesn't fix all the problems, but what I think we're starting to see is movement towards giving more protection by default to young people." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Netsafe and social media experts are warning kiwis to be extra careful online - with the rise of a scam targetting social media businesses by luring them with an advertising opportunity and then taking over their account. One of its victims, Hawke's Bay vet and farmer Sally Newall - who runs a facebook business called Kiwi Country Kids - has been trying for four months to get her account back. Alexa Cook has the story.

The Australian Prime Minister is vowing to get kids off their devices and on to the footy field by introducing a miniumum social media age of 16. Aoteroa's Prime Minister has said he's up for looking at the issue. However, Netsafe CEO Brent Carey believes a ban would just push any problems underground, he spoke to Lisa Owen.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Zoe George and Martin Cocker discuss Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown's latest idea for a second harbour crossing, and Australian plans to put an age limit on social media. Zoe George is a freelance sports journalist and communications advisor Martin Cocker is a former CEO of Netsafe and founder of the Online Safety Exchange. 

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Zoe George and Martin Cocker discuss the rise of Christchurch as the "it" city, whether Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl's infidelity can be forgiven, and do pilots ever go barefoot? Zoe George is a freelance sports journalist and communications advisor Martin Cocker is a former CEO of Netsafe and founder of the Online Safety Exchange.

Parents always want to keep their kids safe in any circumstance, and always have. But with the rise of social media, that has become a more difficult task. Today, Francesca and Louise talk with US-based Kiwi journalist Olivia Carville on her investigation into the extent of sextortion scams targeting teen boys there, and then get advice on what parents can do to help their kids navigate the internet safely with NetSafe's Sean Lyons.    Suicide and depression help services: If it is an emergency and you or someone else is at risk, call 111. For counselling and support: Lifeline: http://www.lifeline.co.nz, call 0800 543 354 or text 4357 (HELP) Suicide Crisis Helpline: www.lifeline.org.nz/services/suicide-crisis-helpline, or call 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO) Youth services: Youthline: Call 0800 376 633 or text 234 What's Up: Call 0800 942 8787 (11am to 11pm) or webchat (11am to 10.30pm) Depression helpline: Call 0800 111 757 or text 4202 (available 24/7) Helpline: Need to talk? Call or text 1737 Aoake te Rā (Bereaved by Suicide Service): Call 0800 000 053 For more information and support, talk to your local doctor, hauora, community mental health team, or counselling service. The Mental Health Foundation has more helplines and service contacts - click here for informationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The head of online safety organisation NetSafe says New Zealanders should be looking out for phishing emails from banks, fake retail communications claiming failed or unusual payments, and airline related scam attempts after Friday's CrowdStrike IT outage. NetSafe chief executive Brent Carey spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

A grim figure for New Zealand, with one in 10 Kiwis getting scammed in the last year. Data shows one in three people were victims of any crime in the year to last October, on par with 2022 figures. Just over 15 percent felt unsafe last year, a jump from 9.3 percent in 2018. Netsafe Chief Executive Brent Carey says scam reports have risen 20 percent, and action is needed. "And we're calling on the Government to create an anti-scam centre so that we can all get a handle on this growing international crime as well." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Technology journalist Peter Griffin looks at NetSafe's new Re:Scam tool, which aims to turn the tables on cyber crooks. 

Netsafe has launched an AI chat bot that will scam scammers.   It lets people forward suspicious emails to Netsafe - which uses Chat GPT to start a never-ending conversation with the scammer.  ReScam's first version was launched a few years ago, allowing simple exchanges.  Netsafe CEO Brent Carey told Heather du Plessis-Allan “We've wasted six days of scammers time." Carey said "I've got one on the hook -  we're up to 62 back and forwards." LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Martin Cocker & Jennie Moreton discuss the Governments new mining strategy, and mental health groups call for urgent investment. Martin Cocker is the former CEO of Netsafe and Founder of the Online Safety Exchange. Jennie Moreton is a Director and Investment Adviser at Craigs Investment Partners.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Martin Cocker & Jennie Moreton discuss where the money for the new Waikeria mega prison is going, tipping culture and the socially focused restaurant serving up $4 meals in Dunedin. Martin Cocker is the former CEO of Netsafe and Founder of the Online Safety Exchange. Jennie Moreton is a Financial advisor at Craigs Investment Partners.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Claire Amos & Chris Wikaira discuss the re-introduction of charter schools, and whether electricity should be subsidised for struggling households. Claire Amos is Principal at Albany Senior High School, Netsafe board member & founder of DisruptEDNZ Chris Wikaira is a Director at Government relations firm Busby Ramshaw Grice.

Unlock the secrets to protecting your loved ones from online scams as Brent Carey, CEO of NetSafe, sits with me to unveil critical strategies for keeping us safe in the digital age. We take a look at the cunning tactics scammers employ, with a particular focus on seniors, highlighting NetSafe's collaboration with Chorus and Age Concern to fortify this at-risk demographic. Brent introduces the SCAM acronym as a safeguarding tool and emphasises the significance of community involvement in bolstering the cyber education of our elders.  The numbers involved are sobering - with the estimated two billion dollars lost to online scams by New Zealanders each year shining a light on the breadth and depth of this issue. Children, too, are not spared, falling victim to the sophisticated and aggressive strategies of cybercriminals. When it comes to online scams, the best offense is a good defense. So, arm yourself with the insights from our thorough conversation and remember to keep your digital doors locked tight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are growing calls for tougher regulations against explicit deepfake content. Netsafe wants changes to be made to the Harmful Digital Communications Act, namely harsher penalties for AI-generated pornography. Netsafe's Chief Online Safety Officer Sean Lyons says deepfake content can be weaponised in the same way as traditional revenge porn. "The technology is improving to such an extent that it is going to get harder and harder... for everyone else who may come across that image, I think it is already difficult, and is only going to get more difficult." LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Netsafe has launched a new tool-kit to help elderly New Zealanders stay safe on the web. The Get Set Up for Safety programme is a joint project with Chorus providing free guides, videos, and resources on the basics of online safety. Research by Netsafe found almost half of people aged over 70 were interested in learning more about online safety while 49 percent said they needed help when using a device. Netsafe chief online safety officer Sean Lyons spoke to Corin Dann.

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It was a story of love and deception so extraordinary it became a hit Netflix documentary. 'The Tinder Swindler', the story of Simon Leviev - a prolific romance scammer - was shocking in scale, with one woman conned out of more than $400,000. But the victim, Cecilie Fjellhøy is far from alone. Globally romance scams are on the rise, and dating apps, such as Tinder and Bumble - recording billions of 'matches' a year - have become fertile ground for fraudsters. New Zealand's Netsafe recently reported a 39 percent increase in online romance scams, with the average loss per victim a staggering $18,667 - according to Netsafe, the tip of the iceberg. Since 'The Tinder Swindler' Cecilie has teamed up with Anna Rowe - another romance scam victim. Together they have launched an online think tank: LoveSaid, with the aim to remove the stigma around such scams and campaign for better legal protection and recourse.

The awkward accidental facetime! Sean Lyons from Netsafe chats safety with kids and phones  Why do kids love birthdays so much Yellow pillows! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An increasing number of parents worry about what their children see online. The First Phones programme has been with the backing and input of online safety organisation, Netsafe. Sean Lyons is Netsafe's Chief Online Safety Officer, talks to Nights about the programme and what parents can do to make sure their kids are phone safe.

Experts say that the spread of misinformation and disinformation has become increasingly common, especially during election season. Misinformation is the spread of false or inaccurate information, whereas disinformation is wrong on purpose, with the intention of spreading harm.  Olivia talked to Chief Online Safety Officer of Netsafe, Sean Lyons, about the impacts of misinformation and disinformation, and what people should be wary of when consuming information online.

Netsafe is reporting an 88 percent rise in cases of sextortion since 2019. It is a type of blackmail when someone threatens to share a nude image or sexually explicit video of you online - unless you pay them or provide more sexual content. Netsafe has received reports from victims from as young as 10, to over the age of 65. The majority of reported cases are from men, though women can be impacted too. NZ Police told it cannot provide data specific to offending where it is linked to the use of a dating app. However it says anecdotally offending linked to dating apps, social media, or other online platforms is a reality that people need to be aware of. Netsafe chief online safety officer Sean Lyons speaks with Susie Ferguson.

Kiwi companies are being urged to let their employees down tools at 10am tomorrow and take part in what's being described as a 'social media self defence course'.

A new law targeting on-line grooming is being welcomed, meanwhile there's frustration end-to-end encryption on social media platforms presents a solid barrier to the identification of on-line sex offenders. The Child Exploitation Offences Amendment Bill passed into law recently, making it illegal for adults to lie about their age or identity, in order to meet up with a minor, or to communicate with them with the intent to cause harm. This is a key shift in the law, as until now a defendant had to actually meet the young person they'd targeted, traveled to meet them, or arranged for or persuaded the young person to travel to meet them. But while Police are welcoming this, they are frustrated end-to-end encryption of on-line chat streams prioritises privacy over protection. As part of the Virtual Global Taskforce (VGT) New Zealand police are asking social media platforms to recognise their responsibility to protect children and to prioritise robust safety systems to safeguard children from online sexual abuse. Kathryn speaks with Detective Manager of Intercept and Technology Operations in Police's National Criminal Investigation Group Inspector Stuart Mills, and Sean Lyons from NetSafe, who along with Police should be the first port of call if on-line grooming is suspected.

It's important we understand how what we see online could intersect with the harm people experience offline. The coroner's office has launched an inquiry into suspected suicides by three young women, over concerns about material they viewed on Instagram. The mother of a 17-year-old girl says police discovered troubling social media material when examining her daughter's phone, soon after her death. NetSafe Chief Online Safety Officer Sean Lyons told Tim Dower the coroner's interest is important. He says it's great the coroner wants to get to the bottom of what they've seen and what we learn from that will be important for all of us. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Tuesday Wire, Allan Blackman joined Casper and Christina in studio to talk science news for the Dear Science segment. Casper spoke to Dr Shane Reti from the National party, as he does each week, this time discussing the possibility of expelling the Russian ambassador to New Zealand. To kick off Mental Health Awareness Week, Christina spoke to Netsafe's Youth Ambassador Andre Fa'aoso about their campaign with Bodyright to promote body positivity. And Casper had a chat with Catherine Delahunty, the chair of the Coromandel Watchdog of Hauraki, about mining on conservation land.

With Mental Health Awareness Week kicking off, online safety non-profit Netsafe has partnered with Bodyright to promote body positivity and awareness of unrealistic portrayals of the human body in the media. To discuss the campaign and the message they're hoping to send, Christina spoke to Netsafe's youth ambassador Andre Fa'aoso.

Falling victim to an online scam is bad enough, but what if someone hijacks your business's social media account, pretends to be you - and then successfully scams other people? It happened to Sarah, who runs a floral business called Print and Petal. She lost control of her Instagram account, and later discovered her followers had been encouraged into click on links for cryptocurrency scams - which some of them did, and lost a lot of money over. Last year Netsafe had almost 15,000 complaints of attacks designed to either harm a computer system or its users. Kathryn speaks with Sarah, and Alastair Miller, Principal Advisory Consultant at Aura Information Security, about the increase in such attacks, where users are vulnerable and why small business owners who rely on social media need to have a plan of what to do if they get hacked.

Online messaging app SnapChat's launched a new tool that allows parents to snoop on their kids - checking who their online mates are and who they're messaging. But it stops short of revealing the content of the conversations. And your teens have to agree to it. SnapChat also plans to introduce content control for parents. To discuss the ins and outs is NetSafe's Sean Lyons.

Efforts to turn the tide on harmful content online. NetSafe has reached an agreement with Meta, Google, TikTok, Amazon and Twitter for a code of practice, obliging the tech giants to actively reduce damaging material.  It's self-regulated and voluntary, but NetSafe's Brent Carey told Mike Hosking it'll hold the companies accountable through a public complaints process. He says that'll help determine what's considered harmful. Carey says there are some definitions already, but they'll be tested over time through the complaints process. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marlborough police have charged a man they say has been reposting photos of teenage girls on adult websites. Police say a number of young women's pictures have been taken from social media sites, doctored with sexually explicit additions and reposted to adult sites. The 56-year-old Nelson man has been charged with child exploitation, possessing objectionable material and causing digital harm. He's due to appear in court next week. Netsafe's Online Safety Operations Centre Manager Sean Lyons spoke to Corin Dann.

Apple is expected to introduce new safety features to their devices that will help shield children from nudity. NetSafe online safety operations manager Sean Lyon talks to Wallace.