13/10/2024
The 2024 Olympics represented a significant milestone in the increasing integration of AI surveillance into public life. In a recent publication by Giulia Dal Bello, Prof. Sivan Hirsch-Hoefler, and Prof. Daphna Canetti, the authors argue that while governments may perceive surveillance as a means to enhance security, they must also take into consideration public attitudes towards surveillance. Negative perceptions could potentially galvanize collective resistance against state authority.
In an interview with Giulia, a PhD candidate at the University of Haifa and a member of the prestigious Idit Fellowship program at the Faculty of Social Science at the University of Haifa, she shared her thoughts on the matter: "I am thrilled to present my latest article on government surveillance at the Olympic Games in Paris. Surveillance measures are often rationalized as essential for counterterrorism efforts, yet governments are now leveraging public and private cameras to observe and categorize civilians, regardless of whether they are suspected of any unlawful activities. This widespread surveillance, coupled with the use of facial recognition technology, elicits a spectrum of emotional reactions in individuals. Through our fMRI study, we discovered that some experience fear, anger, or anxiety, while others may feel a sense of security. These emotions can potentially drive political responses, such as collective demonstrations against governmental authorities.Given the limited transparency surrounding the collection and use of AI surveillance tools, understanding the emotional and political impact of this intrusive technology is more important than ever".
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אוניברסיטת חיפה - University of Haifa בית הספר למדעי המדינה, אוניברסיטת חיפה Idit Fellowship