October 25, 2024

Face Recognition Technology: Compulsory Visibility and Its Impact on Privacy and the Confidentiality of Personal Identifiable Images by Ian Berle

11 minutes

In this book, Ian Berle explores the ethical and legal implications of face recognition technology in an age of increased surveillance. This episode examines how the technology challenges privacy and confidentiality by forcing compulsory visibility, raising concerns about the individual's control over their personal identifiable images. Berle draws on philosophical insights from Kafka’s The Trial and Isaiah Berlin’s concept of liberty to discuss how surveillance technologies reshape the boundaries of freedom. Additionally, the book reviews case law from the U.S., UK, and Europe, highlighting the evolving legal frameworks that govern data protection and image rights. The author proposes innovative solutions, including the licensing of personal images, to better protect individuals in a world where face recognition is becoming ubiquitous. This episode offers critical insights into the balance between security, privacy, and ethical data practices in a digitally governed world.

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