The Privacy Paradox in the Digital Age

This chapter critiques the unsettling behavior of a TikTok account exposing the identities of viral figures, particularly focusing on a case during the Canadian wildfires. It examines the implications of facial recognition technology on personal privacy, the potential for governmental misuse, and the pervasive anxiety regarding constant surveillance. The discussion highlights the challenges in regulating these technologies and the alarming consequences of identity misidentification in the current digital landscape.