The Sunday Show What Kafka Can Teach Us About Privacy in the Age of AI
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Nov 3, 2024 Woodrow Hartzog, a Boston University law professor and co-author of a recent paper, discusses the implications of Franz Kafka’s worldview for privacy in the age of AI. He critiques the individual control model of privacy, advocating for a societal structure approach that imposes obligations on organizations. The conversation delves into how technological complexities lead to poor decision-making and highlights the paradox of embracing AI's conveniences despite inherent risks. Hartzog also reviews the EU's AI Act, analyzing its strengths and weaknesses in regulating privacy.
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Kafka's Relevance
- Woodrow Hartzog and Daniel Solove revisited Solove's earlier work comparing privacy issues to Kafka's 'The Trial'.
- They explored individual control's limitations, particularly with AI.
Individual Control Model's Failure
- The individual control model, based on consent and transparency, fails at scale due to choice overload and illusory control.
- Individuals often make decisions against their best interests, prioritizing immediate benefits over long-term risks.
Societal Structure Model
- The societal structure model prioritizes human values and imposes obligations on data collectors.
- It includes relational duties, outright prohibitions, and baseline protections.