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Peeked interest: on campus and anonymous

The new online dating website, Peeked Interest, is raising some questions around privacy and security in an increasingly digital world. Darryl McIvor, a recent graduate of the global business program at UVic, is teaming up with Frans Kouwenhoven, a UBC software engineering student, to introduce the new style of online courtship. At this stage in development, the […]

Ownership in an online world

Perhaps one of the most beneficial off-shoots of an online world is the ability to market yourself relatively free of charge. Whether it be through blogging, Flickr, Facebook, Twitter or personal websites, the opportunities for individuals to create their own brand are seemingly endless. But what happens when that brand, which often comprises your online […]

Picking your privacy battles

It’s true, there’s plenty to be concerned about when it comes to protecting your online identity. From stolen passwords and phishing scams to address books and online calendars – the sheer amount of personal  information swirling around the internet can paralyze us with paranoia. But a recent blog post on The New Yorker website suggests a casual […]