Privacy Is Power

Résumé du livre

Philosopher Carissa Véliz is an associate professor at the Institute for Ethics in AI at the University of Oxford. Her research interests lie in the areas of privacy, technology, political philosophy, and public policy. She’s been published in numerous major publications, including the Guardian and the New York Times, and she’s also the editor of the Oxford Handbook of Digital Ethics.

The chapter highlights the pervasive influence of surveillance capitalism, emphasizing how the collection and exploitation of personal data have reshaped the modern economy and eroded privacy. It discusses the role of companies like Google in pioneering this model, turning personal information into a lucrative asset while compromising individual rights. The text underscores the dangers of unchecked data collection, from targeted advertising and misinformation to discrimination and breaches of safety, illustrating these risks with real-world examples. It advocates for stricter regulations, such as banning targeted ads and the trade of personal data, and stresses the importance of public resistance and ethical innovation. By drawing parallels to historical abuses of data and harmful practices like asbestos use, the chapter reinforces the urgency of safeguarding privacy to protect individuals and uphold democratic values.

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