Rental technology platforms force renters to pay for costly background checks, collect too much personal data and use opaque algorithms to ‘score’ applicants.

From streaks to loot boxes, apps for kids are full of ‘persuasive design’ intended to keep users watching, playing and paying – whether it’s good for them or not.

Until now, culturally relevant wellbeing measures have been lacking for First Nations children in Australia.

The world’s largest online dating company – which runs Tinder, Hinge, OkCupid, The League and more – is being sued for making its apps too addictive. Are we swiping right into a trap?