BATCH 2019-24

PROJECT
Topic

“Artificial Intelligence in Digital World: Privacy

Concerns and Policy Recommendations”
Law, Science and Technology

Submitted to: Submitted by:

Ms. Kanishka Tyagi, Gaury Singh
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (LST) B. A. LLB Hons.,
FACULTY OF LAW, ROLL NO- 91901040009
MARWADI UNIVERSITY

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DECLARATION BY THE STUDENT

I, GAURY SINGH, certify that the work embodied in this project work, entitled
“Artificial Intelligence in Digital World: Privacy Concerns and
Policy Recommendations”, is my own bon-a-fide work carried out by me
under the supervision of Ms. Kanishka Tyagi of Faculty of Law, Marwadi
University. The matter embodied in this Project has not been submitted for the
award of any other degree/diploma.
I declare that I have faithfully acknowledged, given credit to and referred to the
authors/ research workers wherever their works have been cited in the text and
the body of the project. I further certify that I have not wilfully lifted up some
other's work, Para, text, data, results, figures etc. reported in the journals, books,
magazines, reports, dissertations, theses, etc., or available at web-sites and
included them in this project work and cited as my own work.

Place: Marwadi University

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SUPERVISOR’S CERTIFICATE

This is to certify that the work embodied in the accompanying project entitled
“Artificial Intelligence in Digital World: Privacy Concerns and
Policy Recommendations” has been carried out entirely by the candidate
GAURY under my direct supervision and guidance and that the candidate has
fulfilled the requirements of the regulations laid down for the partial fulfilment
of B. A. LLB Hons. degree examination in the course Law, Science and
Technology (Semester IX), Faculty of Law, Marwadi University.

Ms. Kanishka Tyagi

Assistant Professor (LST),
Faculty of Law,
Marwadi University

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 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The success and final outcome of this project required a lot of guidance and
assistance from the supervisor and I am extremely privileged to have got this all
along the completion of my project. All that I have done is only due to such
supervision and assistance of Ms. Kanishka Tyagi. I am thankful to and fortunate
enough to get constant encouragement, support and guidance from her.

Place: Marwadi University

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Serial no. Particulars Page no.

1 Introduction 06

2 Insurgence of Artificial intelligence in 11

Digital Era

3 AI and Digital Privacy Norms: Issues 15

and Challenges

4 Policy Recommendations and 20

Suggestions

5 Conclusion 22

References 24

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 Introduction

Artificial Intelligence has emerged with real time challenges as it has brought along with it
both pros-cons, and the cons are needed to be fixed from the outset. As AI has a direct cohesion
with data protection issues. If we are to cite an example that can be of an individual’s personal
information which is hugely scrapped from almost all the platforms which has a colossal
database. Now having cited this example invokes security issues in regard to personal data of
individuals. Whenever in recent scenarios of technological advancement any major challenges
occur then we tend to be concerned for remedial measures which ultimately is the privacy of
data principals.

However, these same technological innovations raise important issues, including a dilemma
regarding the relation between AI and data protection laws that how can they supplement each
other in sorting data related deformities. Now this is the high time where we have both an
opportunity and the obligation to examine the effectiveness of current data protection laws in
light of 21st century technological realities like challenges of AI. While compliance with
existing data protection laws is crucial, a long-lasting approach is to examine the challenges
presented by AI as another wake-up call that our current approach to data protection is
increasingly obsolete.

Viewed in this light, it is a data protection law that must be improved if it is to protect privacy,
effectively address the challenges presented by AI, and avoid creating unnecessary,
bureaucratic barriers to AI’s benefits. The Five reforms appear necessary like, Shifting from
Individual Consent to Data Stewardship, A More Systemic and Well-Developed utility of Risk
Management, A Greater Focus on Data Uses and implications, A Framework of Harms and
Transparency and Redress.

The area of artificial intelligence gives the ability to the machines to process analytically, using
concepts. Tremendous contribution to the various areas has been made by the Artificial
Intelligence techniques from the last two decades. Artificial Intelligence will continue to play
an increasingly important role in various fields like data privacy. This paper is based on the
concept of artificial intelligence in securing privacy of data. As already tested, AI is slowly
emerging as a great supporter for enterprises in data protection. Data security issues are on the
rise and AI can largely help in recognizing potential threats and protect sensitive data of
organizations to a great extent. While the impact of AI can be felt in every aspect of people’s
day to day life in the future, it certainly raises a few questions on data privacy as well. But there

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is a whole lot of research going on using AI to provide complete security over your private,
personal and critical data.

The rise of AI has drastically affected privacy rights. AI has enabled organizations to collect,
store, and process massive amounts of data at unprecedented rates. The use of AI algorithms
to process data has led to the emergence of new privacy concerns. One of the primary privacy
concerns regarding AI is AI's potential to impact an individual's right to privacy.

AI has the ability to infer information from data that can be used to identify an individual or
group, including sensitive information such as medical records, sexual orientation, and
religious beliefs. The use of AI for predictive analytics is an area where privacy rights can be
compromised. The emergence of facial recognition technology, used for surveillance and
tracking, has raised questions about privacy and the use of AI in these applications.

Furthermore, the lack of transparency in the use of AI algorithms and the lack of explain ability
have made it difficult for individuals to understand how their data is being used by
organizations. This lack of clarity in AI algorithms has led to concerns that individuals may be
denied opportunities based on decisions made by AI tools that can't be explained.

In this research project, the author will try to highlight, assess and analyse the following aspects
of Data protection and privacy in the age of AI:

➢ Data Protection and Privacy: Historical Evolution and constitutional provisions.

➢ Indian Legislative Framework evolution on Data Privacy.
➢ Artificial Intelligence: A Threat to Data Privacy
➢ Policy Recommendations and Suggestions
➢ Concluding Remarks.
1.1. Review of literature

1. Ethical Considerations in AI:

Ethical frameworks governing AI technologies emphasize the importance of privacy and data
protection. Floridi (2019) argues that AI systems must respect individual privacy rights to
maintain public trust. Floridi, L. (2019). Soft Ethics and the Governance of the Digital.
Philosophy & Technology, 32(2), 215-220.

2. Privacy Challenges in Machine Learning:

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Machine learning algorithms, a subset of AI, often require extensive datasets for training.
Barocas et al. (2019) discuss how machine learning models can inadvertently perpetuate
privacy concerns, leading to discriminatory outcomes. Barocas, S., et al. (2019). Big Data’s
Disparate Impact. California Law Review, 104(3), 671-732.

3. Regulatory Frameworks and GDPR:

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union has set a precedent
for data protection laws. Many researchers have analyzed its impact and potential implications
for AI technologies (Goodman & Flaxman, 2016). Goodman, B., & Flaxman, S. (2016).
European Union Regulations on Algorithmic Decision-Making and a “Right to Explanation”.
AI Magazine, 38(3), 50-57.

4. Differential Privacy in AI:

Differential privacy techniques aim to protect individual data points in large datasets. Dwork
(2008) provides an overview of differential privacy methods and their significance in the
context of AI. Dwork, C. (2008). Differential Privacy: A Survey of Results. In Theory and
Applications of Models of Computation, 1-19.

5. Privacy-Preserving AI Techniques:

Researchers have explored privacy-preserving AI techniques, such as federated learning and

homomorphic encryption. Yang et al. (2019) discuss the challenges and opportunities of
privacy-preserving machine learning techniques. Yang, Q., et al. (2019). Federated Machine
Learning: Concept and Applications. ACM Transactions on Intelligent Systems and
Technology, 10(2), 1-19.

1.2. Statement of problem

In the era of rapid advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies, the collection,
processing, and utilization of vast amounts of personal data have become integral to numerous
applications, ranging from online services and smart devices to healthcare and finance. While
AI offers transformative capabilities, the intersection of AI and data utilization raises
significant concerns regarding data protection and privacy. As AI systems increasingly rely on
extensive datasets, often comprising sensitive and personally identifiable information,
individuals are exposed to heightened privacy risks and potential data misuse.

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The existing data protection laws and frameworks were primarily designed to address
conventional data processing methods, often struggling to keep pace with the sophisticated
algorithms and techniques employed in AI applications. Ethical considerations, such as
transparency, fairness, and accountability, are paramount in the development and deployment
of AI systems. Moreover, public awareness and understanding of the intricate relationship
between AI and privacy are crucial to fostering a responsible data culture.

1.3. Objectives
➢ To analyze existing data protection laws and regulations worldwide, focusing on their
effectiveness in addressing privacy concerns related to AI technologies.
➢ To explore the ethical challenges arising from the use of AI in processing personal and
sensitive data, with a focus on issues such as transparency, fairness, and accountability.
➢ To study public perceptions and awareness regarding data privacy in the context of AI,
examining factors influencing trust, concerns, and attitudes toward AI technologies.
➢ To identify challenges faced by organizations in implementing privacy by design
principles in AI systems, including technical, legal, and ethical hurdles, and propose
strategies to overcome these challenges.
➢ To investigate the impact of AI technologies on user privacy in specific domains such
as healthcare, finance, or smart devices, examining unique challenges and privacy
considerations relevant to each domain.
1.4. Research questions
➢ What are the ethical implications of AI technologies on data protection and user
privacy? How do these ethical considerations align with existing legal frameworks?
➢ How does the integration of AI technologies affect the privacy of user data in various
contexts such as online services, healthcare, or smart devices? What are the specific
privacy risks associated with AI-driven applications?
➢ To what extent are existing data protection laws effective in regulating the use of AI
technologies? What are the gaps and challenges in enforcing these regulations in the
context of AI-driven data processing?
➢ What are the public perceptions and attitudes toward privacy in the age of AI? How
aware are individuals of the privacy risks associated with AI technologies, and what
factors influence their perceptions and behaviours?

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 ➢ What is the different privacy-preserving techniques employed in AI, such as differential
privacy and federated learning? How effective are these techniques in ensuring data
protection while maintaining the utility of AI systems?
1.5. Hypothesis

Following hypothesis has been defended in the research project:

➢ The increased integration of AI technologies in data processing is positively correlated

with heightened privacy concerns among individuals, leading to a demand for more
stringent data protection regulations.
➢ Organizations that prioritize transparency and explainability in their AI algorithms are
perceived as more trustworthy by users, mitigating privacy concerns and enhancing
user confidence in data handling.
1.6. Research methodology

The method adopted here is “Doctrinal method” of acquiring information. Doctrinal method
allows the researcher to carry out a detailed historical research (history of law, for e.g.),
whereby the information has been gathered with the use of secondary sources with established
facts and figures, thus aiding in acquiring a better conceptual clarity.

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 Chapter 2

Insurgence of Artificial intelligence in Digital Era

Artificial Intelligence does herald considerable potential for growth for both economy and
humans. AI driven innovation does automate complex physical tasks that demands flexibility
and dexterity, ideally it has become capable of self-learning as well. The stereotypical retail
assistant job – a friendly human to help you find a pair of jeans in a shop, and tell you how they
look – is a role that requires complex physical and communication skills, and is probably safe
for the moment. But as more people shop online, AI in the form of bots and algorithms may be
replacing other roles in retail far earlier than we might think. Looking at how many transactions
we now do online that are largely automated would represent a significant proportion. And they
are already using a reasonable amount of AI. With Internet of Things (IoT), taking the world
by storm, it is a cause of concern that whether it is time for humans to throw in the towel and
pave the way for an insurgence of Artificial Intelligence.

While post-humanism is a fascinating obsession, and many takes for granted the notion that
computers will soon exceed human beings at nearly everything, I believe that the singularity is
much farther away than people imagine. Machine learning is slowly improving and impacting
many important industries, but is nowhere near the level of general human ability. If we all
merge into a god like super-consciousness or face events of similarly biblical proportion,
concerns about employment will pale in comparison to more fundamental questions about the
meaning of existence.

The best part is most of us will be safe in our current jobs - at least for the time being. There is
always a grain of truth to these complaints because technological innovations inevitably
displace some segment of the workforce. Perhaps the hardest jobs for machines to perform are
those that take years of training for humans to excel at. These often involve intuitive decision
making, complex physical environments or abstract thinking – all things computers struggle
with.

On a skeptical note, I strongly believe that in order to obtain optimum results all process need
to include some sort of human intervention. It would take a while for automated machines to
outperform individuals especially for tasks that involves physical manipulation. The challenge
will be getting AI to produce material that is acceptable to our human tastes. We find anything
that is even slightly below human-level performance to be unacceptable. Take chat bots – they
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are not that far from human level performance… but we are so sensitive to any imperfections
that they often seem ludicrous.

Manipulating physical objects in the real world – figuring out what to manipulate, and how, in
a random, changing environment – is an incredibly complex job for a machine. Tasks that don’t
involve physical manipulation are easier to teach. With sound policy in the context of a free
and open society, I am optimistic that the coming advances in AI will massively reduce the
cost to live a good life, and increase wealth and opportunity for all.

Technological unemployment is scary for those affected — but has always gone hand in hand
with economic progress. In the next few decades, we will continue to invent new ways to
entertain, educate, serve and delight others, employing billions in the process. Populists will
predictably vilify innovation — fear and hatred are powerful political weapons. But as our
society grows more prosperous in absolute terms, raising the bar on the very definition of
poverty, we will continue to create opportunities for people from all walks of life. The human
mind and body remain the most complex, powerful machine on the planet, and we will adapt
and thrive in a world of accelerating technological change. We owe it to our future generation
to continue innovating!

In the vast landscape of technological advancements, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged
as a transformative force, reshaping industries, economies, and societies worldwide. In India,
a nation with a rich history of innovation, the insurgence of AI in the digital era has brought
about unprecedented changes. This essay delves deep into the evolution of AI in India,
exploring its impact on various sectors, challenges faced, and the strategies employed to
harness its potential.

II. Historical Perspective

The roots of AI in India can be traced back to the early 1960s when pioneering work in
computer science and mathematics laid the foundation for AI research. The establishment of
academic institutions and research centres in subsequent decades paved the way for India's
foray into AI technologies. However, it wasn't until the digital era that AI gained significant
traction, fuelled by advancements in computational power, big data, and machine learning
algorithms.

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III. AI in Indian Industries

➢ Manufacturing and Automation: AI-driven automation has revolutionized India's

manufacturing sector, enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring quality
control. Robots equipped with AI capabilities are now commonplace in factories,
driving the production lines of major industries.
➢ Healthcare: AI applications in healthcare have bolstered diagnostic accuracy,
personalized treatment plans, and drug discovery. Telemedicine platforms and AI-
powered chatbots have also played a vital role in improving healthcare accessibility,
especially in rural areas.
➢ Finance and Banking: Indian financial institutions have embraced AI for fraud
detection, customer service, and algorithmic trading. AI-driven chatbots handle
customer queries, while machine learning algorithms analyze transaction patterns to
identify potential fraudulent activities.
➢ Agriculture: AI technologies, such as precision farming and crop monitoring systems,
have empowered farmers with real-time data and insights. Predictive analytics help
optimize crop yields, minimize wastage, and mitigate the impact of climate change on
agriculture.
➢ Education: AI-powered educational tools have transformed the learning experience for
students across India. Adaptive learning platforms, virtual tutors, and personalized
assessments cater to individual learning needs, enhancing overall educational
outcomes.

IV. Government Initiatives and Policies

The Indian government has recognized the significance of AI in the digital era and has taken
several initiatives to promote its adoption. Policies focusing on research funding, skill
development, and infrastructure development have been formulated to create an enabling
environment for AI innovation. Additionally, collaborations between the government,
academia, and industry players have been fostered to drive AI research and development.

V. Challenges and Ethical Considerations

While the insurgence of AI in India has been promising, it is not without its challenges. Issues
related to data privacy, cybersecurity, bias in AI algorithms, and the ethical implications of AI
applications have surfaced. Balancing technological advancement with ethical considerations
is a pressing concern that requires careful deliberation and regulatory frameworks.

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VI. Future Prospects

The future of AI in India holds immense potential. Continued research and development,
investment in AI education and skill development, and collaborative efforts between public
and private sectors are essential to unlock this potential fully. Emerging technologies like
quantum computing and AI-driven robotics are poised to further revolutionize various sectors,
making it imperative for India to stay at the forefront of innovation.

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 Chapter 3

AI and Digital Privacy Norms: Issues and Challenges

Artificial Intelligence (AI) at its most simple, is a sub-field of computer science with the goal
of creating programs that can perform tasks generally performed by humans. These tasks can
be considered intelligent, and include visual and audio perception, learning and adapting,
reasoning, pattern recognition and decision-making. ‘AI’ is used as an umbrella term to
describe a collection of related techniques and technologies including machine learning,
predictive analytics, natural language processing and robotics.

While the philosophy of Artificial Intelligence has been argued since at least Leibnitz in the
early 18th Century, the concept of AI as we use it has existed since the early 1940s and made
famous with the development of the “Turing test” in 1950. More recently, we are experiencing
a period of rapid development in the field of AI as a result of three factors: improved
algorithms, increased networked computing power, and increased ability to capture and store
an unprecedented amount of data.1 As well as technological advancements, the very way of
thinking about intelligent machines has shifted significantly since the 1960s, which has enabled
many of the developments we are seeing today.

Real-life applications of AI technologies are already established in our everyday lives, although
many people are not conscious of this. One of the characteristics of AI is that once the
technology works, it stops being referred to as AI and transforms into mainstream computing.2
For example, being greeted by an automated voice on the other end of the phone, or being
suggested a movie based on your preferences, are examples of mainstream AI technology. Now
that these systems are an established element in our lives, the fact that AI techniques – including
speech recognition, natural language processing and predictive analytics – are at work is often
forgotten.

The ways that AI can enrich our lives are immense. Increased efficiency and lower costs, huge
improvements in healthcare and research, increased safety of vehicles, and general

1
Alex Campolo, Madelyn Sanfilippo, Meredith Whittaker & Kate Crawford, ‘AI Now 2017 Report’, AI Now,
2017.
2
Toby Walsh, It’s Alive! Artificial Intelligence from the logic piano to killer robots, Latrobe University Press,
2017, p 60.

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convenience, are just some of the promises of AI. But, as with any new technology, the
opportunities of AI come with an array of challenges for society and the law.3

As technology continues to advance at an unprecedented rate, the use of artificial intelligence

(AI) has become increasingly prevalent in many areas of our lives. From generative AI that can
create any content using a simple prompt to smart home devices that learn our habits and
preferences, AI has the potential to revolutionise the way we interact with technology.

However, as the amount of data we generate and share online grows exponentially, privacy
concerns have become more pressing than ever before. Therefore, as a futurist, I think it is
important to explore the topic of privacy in the age of AI and delve into how AI impacts our
personal data and privacy.

We will examine the potential benefits and risks associated with AI in regard to privacy and
discuss what individuals, organisations, and governments can do to protect our personal data
in this new age of technology.

Importance of Privacy in the Digital Era

In the digital era, personal data has become an incredibly valuable commodity. The vast
amounts of data generated and shared online daily have enabled businesses, governments, and
organisations to gain new insights and make better decisions. However, this data also contains
sensitive information that individuals may not want to share or organisations have used without
their consent. That is where privacy comes in.

Privacy is the right to keep personal information confidential and free from unauthorised
access. It is an essential human right that ensures individuals have control over their personal
data and how it is used. Today, privacy is more important than ever as the amount of personal
data collected and analysed continues to grow.

Privacy is crucial for a variety of reasons. For one, it protects individuals from harm, such as
identity theft or fraud. It also helps to maintain individual autonomy and control over personal
information, which is essential for personal dignity and respect. Furthermore, privacy allows
individuals to maintain their personal and professional relationships without fear of
surveillance or interference. Last but not least, it protects our free will; if all our data is publicly

3
Samuel D. Warren and Louis D. Brandeis, ‘The Right to Privacy’, Harvard Law Review, Vol. IV, No. 6, 15
December 1890.

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available, toxic recommendation engines will be able to analyse our data and use it to
manipulate individuals into making certain (buying) decisions.

In the context of AI, privacy is essential to ensure that AI systems are not used to manipulate
individuals or discriminate against them based on their personal data. AI systems that rely on
personal data to make decisions must be transparent and accountable to ensure that they are not
making unfair or biased decisions.

The importance of privacy in the digital era cannot be overstated. It is a fundamental human
right that is necessary for personal autonomy, protection, and fairness. As AI continues to
become more prevalent in our lives, we must remain vigilant in protecting our privacy to ensure
that technology is used ethically and responsibly.

Artificial Intelligence: Threat to Privacy?

Perhaps the best social cost of the new technological age of artificial intelligence is the erosion
of trust and control over our democratic institutions. Cambridge Analytics’ “psychographic
profiling” of Face book users during the UK and US elections in 2016 are some of these cases.
Cases of voter manipulation are not the only threats AI causing to democracy. As more and
more public functions are privatized, the extent of constitutional rights diminishes. The further
transfer of these functions to artificial intelligence enables hidden decision-making that is
protected from public scrutiny and control. For example, predictive policing and AI convictions
in criminal matters can reinforce discriminatory social practices, but in similar algorithmic
biases occur in other areas such as credit, employment, and insurance decisions. “Machines are
already given the power to make everyday decisions that change people’s lives.” And they do
so without transparency or accountability.

RIGHT TO PRIVACY-

Nariman J. introduced the constitutional foundations of privacy in the preamble as follows:

“The dignity of the individual encompasses the right of the individual to develop his or her full
potential. And this advancement can only take place if an individual has autonomy over
fundamental decisions and control. on the dissemination of personal data that can be violated
by unauthorized use of this data.

The right to privacy is not specifically guaranteed by the Constitution of India, but the courts
have interpreted that it is protected by Article 21 of the Constitution. The right to privacy is not
an absolute right, but it can be subject to reasonable restrictions in the interests of sovereignty

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and integrity. India, national security, friendly relations with foreign states, public order,
decency or morality or in relation to disregard of the court, defamation or instigation of crime.

The case of Justice K. Puttaswamy (A.D.) vs the Indian Union4 is a vibrant victory for the right
to privacy. In this case, the constitutional validity of the Indian biometric identity scheme
Aadhar card was questioned. This was the turning point in Indian history as a right to privacy
has been upheld by the country’s highest court. The nine judges unanimously agreed that the
right to privacy is protected as an integral part of the right to life and personal freedom under
Article 21 and as part of the freedoms guaranteed by Part III of the Constitution.
There is a gap in India’s data protection laws. Section 43 A 5 of the Information Technology
Act mandates that if an organization deals with sensitive personal data, it must ensure
reasonable security practices, failure to do so will result in liability and the body will have to
pay for the consequences. In addition, many e-government projects rely on large amounts of
data, which further exacerbates the data protection problem and raises concerns about data
protection.

Justice Sri Krishna Committee gave a ray of sunshine after they enacted new personal data
protection bill, giving importance to individual’s consent before sharing or processing data
inside and outside

India. And can also demand for deletion of their data and can also practice “Right to be
Forgotten”. Failure to comply with the new guidelines will attract penalties ranging from Rs.15
crore or 4% of a company’s turnover.

HOW ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IS AFFECTING OUR PRIVACY?

One of the biggest reasons for why AI is becoming very attractive is because it’s capability of
doing computations quickly than humans. But the advent of increasingly sophisticated artificial
intelligence systems and the convergence of many technologies such as artificial intelligence,
the Internet of Things (IoT) and the related Internet of Living Things (IoLT) pose serious
threats to our privacy and security.

The processing and transfer of large amounts of data about individual and collective behaviour
can be done with the help of artificial intelligence. Sensory data such as facial images, voice
recordings, vital parameters, DNA of a person can be analysed and optimized much faster and

4
AIR 2017 SC 4161
5
Compensation for Failure to Protect Data

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better than human beings with the help of artificial intelligence and through the use of improved
computational algorithms with machine learning capabilities. Despite various privacy and
security issues related to artificial intelligence, countries and governments around the world
are investing in and developing artificial intelligence technologies, including our genomes,
faces, finances, emotions and environment, have exacerbated the privacy problem.

The proliferation of AI technologies has affected most areas of our lives. Sometimes AI even
retrieve data without our consent or knowledge. Later that data is used for marketing purposes
losing one’s secrecy. AI is affecting one’s privacy in a number of way. Let’s discuss some:

➢ Data Exploitation: Consumers aren’t aware how much data they generate process or
share. And with the use of AI much of this information could be exploited easily.
➢ Voice and Facial Recognition: Privacy is compromised as Law enforcements could use
the data during investigation.
➢ Identification and Tracking: AI makes it easier for identifying and tracking whereabouts
of individual, compromising their anonymity.
➢ Prediction: AI and Machine learning algorithms are being use for predicting sensitive
data from non-sensitive data. Persons emotional state whether they are sad, confident,
happy and their sexual orientation, political views could easily be predicted hampering
their privacy.
➢ Profiling: Data which is collected via AI profiling is easily abused and misused. Data
subjects whose personal information is collected are completely unaware and do not
even challenge it. Many social media platforms like Google, Apple, Face book, and
Amazon compromised data of its users. Likewise, to boost their tracking ability law
enforcement use Skyriot’s biometric drone.

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 Chapter 4

Policy Recommendations and Suggestions

➢ The Authority recommends that for ensuring development of responsible Artificial

Intelligence (AI) in India, there is an urgent need to adopt a regulatory framework by
the Government that should be applicable across sectors. The regulatory framework
should ensure that specific AI use cases are regulated on a risk-based framework where
high risk use cases that directly impact humans are regulated through legally binding
obligations.
➢ The Authority recommends that the broad tenets of the suggested regulatory framework
should comprise of:
a. An independent statutory authority.
b. A Multi Stakeholder Body (MSB) that will act as an advisory body to the proposed
statutory authority.
c. Categorizations of the AI use cases based on their risk and regulating them
according to broad principles of Responsible AI.
➢ The Authority recommends that an independent statutory authority should be
established immediately for ensuring development of responsible AI and regulation of
use cases in India. The authority should be designated as “Artificial Intelligence and
Data Authority of India” (AIDAI).
➢ Since the Data Digitization and Monetization Council (DDMC) which was
recommended to be established by TRAI through its aforementioned recommendation
was also envisaged to perform several functions related to use of Artificial Intelligence
and related technology as well as to study the impact of upcoming technologies on data
ethics, the Authority further recommends that the DDMC should now be renamed as
“Artificial Intelligence and Data Authority of India” (AIDAI). The Authority
recommends that formation of too many statutory authorities/ bodies creates confusion
for the sector and therefore, in order to derive synergy, organically the work of AIDAI
should be entrusted to TRAI with suitable modifications in the TRAI Act.
➢ The Authority recommends that a Multi Stakeholder Body (MSB) should be constituted
by the Government to act as an advisory body to AIDAI drawing members from:
i. Department of Telecommunications
ii. Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.

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➢ The Authority recommends that while defining powers and functions of AIDAI, it
should be ensured that the clauses related to exercising transparency through open
consultation with stakeholders are made applicable to all regulatory decisions and
recommendations of AIDAI.

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 Chapter 5

Conclusion

We already live in a world of big data, and the expansion of computational power through AI
stands to drastically alter the landscape of information privacy. A connected life through IoT
devices and smart cities technology – fuelled by AI – promises a wealth of potential benefits,
including more dynamic use of resources, increased efficiency and a higher standard of living.
The possibilities that AI technology could provide in healthcare, the justice system and
government services are immense. Yet, as many technologies before it, AI presents social,
technological and legal challenges to how we understand and protect information privacy.

No doubt AI have made our lives easier and made significant contributions in many areas of
our lives. It is used in many fields like transport, health, education etc. The huge amount of
data collected can be analyzed with the use of AI, but these technologies could be misused by
individuals, businesses, government and non-government agencies.

The best way to protect you is to understand how the technologies work and their effects on
our lives. And to address this problem India has come up with Data Protection Bill, 2019, which
is still under implementation. The Bill monitored individual’s data privacy and is concerned
with same.

With the intention of curbing fake news, revenge porn or other ills government gave 3 months
to social media platforms to comply with new rules and regulations. But after month’s
WhatsApp filed petition in Delhi High court on grounds of violation of privacy as it will affect
journalists, activists from state arbitrary actions. And rule is not even in compliance with
proportionality test, and moreover to keep the records they have to change their end-to-end
encryption and save data of millions of users’ data from India only.
After that on 18th feb,2021 National Informatics Centre launched an instant messaging app,
Sandes.

Union Minister Mr. Ravi Shankar Prasad also raised the issue by stating” What should I say
when a woman complains about circulation of her morphed pictures on social media or when
a mother complains about her daughter’s ex-boyfriend circulation her pictures? Should they be
sent to America?”

This resource has stepped through some of the key information privacy considerations of AI,
and how AI will require our established understanding of personal information to be revisited.
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However, while the long-held principles of information privacy may need to be
reconceptualised, the emergence of AI does not mean that privacy will cease to matter or exist.
Privacy provides an important framework for making ethical choices about how we develop,
use and regulate new technologies. It will also continue to be integral to how we mediate our
identities, develop a sense of self, and realise other important rights including freedom of
speech and association. Answering the privacy questions raised by AI will be essential to its
long-term success.

Moving forward, our understanding of AI and privacy may see a shift in focus from the
collection aspect of information privacy, toward emphasising safeguards to ensure information
is handled ethically and responsibly once it is obtained. Attempts to control or limit collection
of data are likely to become increasingly difficult as data-collecting technology becomes
ubiquitous. As such, shifting the emphasis toward ‘ethical data stewardship’ over data once it
is collected has been posited as an option. This would require a genuine commitment to
transparency and accountability through good governance practices.

Government has an important role to play in creating an environment in which a commitment

to developing safe and fair AI can be balanced with technological progress.6 The right balance
necessitates a consultative, interdisciplinary approach, as excessive, inappropriate or misplaced
regulation could slow the adoption of AI or fail to address its true challenges. Leveraging
existing information privacy frameworks, as well as re-imagining traditional concepts will be
a key component in building, using and regulating AI.

6
Article 35 of the European Union General Data Protection Regulation

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