Misha chats with Wendy Wong, author of We the Data: Human Rights in the Digital Age. They discuss datafication and its pervasive impact on our lives, the role of A.I., data as a plural entity, and the importance of humans. Wong introduces the concept of data literacy, emphasizing the need for collective understanding and competence in handling data. The conversation also explores the responsibilities of big tech companies, potential regulatory measures, and the concept of data unionization from a human rights perspective, deviating from purely economic motivations. Additionally, Wong shares insights into her interdisciplinary research on AI literacy and data safety, hinting at future work on the socio-political impacts of technology companies.

00:00 Introduction: The Human Element in AI

00:27 The Intrusion of Data Industry in Our Lives

01:07 Meet the Expert: Wendy H. Wong

02:36 The Journey of a Political Scientist

04:25 The Impact of Datafication on Our Lives

06:43 The Role of Corporations in Data Governance

07:52 The Challenges of Balancing Personal and Professional Life

08:18 The Future of Our Children in the Digital Age

09:23 The Threat and Potential of Datafication

17:53 The Intrusion of Ring Doorbell in Our Privacy

24:36 Understanding Datafication and Its Impact

26:25 The Role of Big Tech in Global Governance

26:47 The Human Rights Issue in Datafication

27:59 The Business Perspective of Datafication

32:26 The Business of Data and Human Rights

33:08 Understanding the Nature of Data

33:22 The Stickiness of Data

35:09 The Intricacies of Biometric Data

35:37 The Interconnectedness of Data

36:13 The Co-Creation of Data

37:56 The Risks of DNA Data

39:38 The Value and Theft of Data

41:25 The Need for Data Governance

43:00 The Role of AI in Data Collection

54:56 The Importance of Data Literacy

01:01:00 The Future of Data and Technology

Connect with Wendy H. Wong

Get the book: https://mitpress.mit.edu/9780262048576/we-the-data/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/wendyhwong

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Ep 12 | AI & the Datafication of Our Everyday Lives — Wendy Wong