IRL: Online Life is Real Life
The Grand Bargain
Jul 2, 2018
This podcast explores the trade-offs of sharing personal data online, including the story of a man whose HIV status was exposed without his permission. It discusses the value of free services and the prevalence of privacy concerns in advertisements. The podcast also delves into data mining and privacy concerns with Palantir Technologies, as well as the impact of targeted ads and the GDPR. It concludes by highlighting the need for change and a new relationship with power in the digital age.
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Quick takeaways
- Personal data breaches can have severe consequences, as seen in the case of Tom Hayes and his HIV status being weaponized.
- A shift is needed towards valuing privacy as a currency and exploring alternative models for data protection in the digital age.
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Loss of Privacy and Weaponization of Personal Data
The podcast highlights the story of Tom Hayes, who experienced a loss of privacy when his HIV status was weaponized by his ex-partner. This incident led Tom to contemplate suicide and emphasized the potential dangers of personal data being used against individuals. The story also mentions how popular apps like Grindr have breached privacy by sharing users' HIV status with other companies. Such incidents raise concerns about our control over personal data and the need for stricter data protection.
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