Michael Webster
Michael Webster is the Privacy Commissioner of New Zealand, responsible for overseeing the implementation of privacy laws and addressing concerns related to the use of personal data. Recently, he has been evaluating the use of facial recognition technology in supermarkets, aiming to balance the need for retail security with individuals' privacy rights.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | 1 | 6.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 4,822,233 | 2,833 | $210,000 | 123$ |
| Totals | 1 | 4,822,233 | 2,833 | $210,000 | 123$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
New Zealand:
Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster recently gave facial recognition trials by our two major supermarket chains his cautious tick of approval.
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New Zealand:
Michael Webster is the Privacy Commissioner who discussed the challenges in identifying drone operators.
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New Zealand:
Commissioner Michael Webster said concerns included 'the unnecessary or unfair collection of people’s information', misidentification and technical bias.
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New Zealand:
Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster is currently evaluating the supermarket trial and expects to release his findings in June.
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