Smart Laws for Smart Tech Project

Research project that aims to map out emerging consumer issues in the Internet of Things

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[Smart Laws for Smart Tech Project @ProjectStsl]

Connected cars with cameras raise safety but also privacy concerns. As we embrace automotive surveillance, leveraging technology for public safety must not be disproportionate. Transparency, consent, and clear regulations are crucial. #SafetyVsPrivacy #ConnectedCars"

[Smart Laws for Smart Tech Project @ProjectStsl]

The Digital Market, Competition and Consumers Bill aims to tackle Subscription traps, safeguard consumer funds online, and promote healthy competition... Tougher sanctions + throw more info at consumers #ConsumerProtection #DigitalMarketReform
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[Smart Laws for Smart Tech Project @ProjectStsl]

Apple's Vision Pro VR headset with EyeSight feature is interesting. It projects the user's eyes onto the outside, attempting to adress social concerns associated with previous products like Google Glass. People nearby can now tell if the use is present or in VR #Apple #VisionPro

[Smart Laws for Smart Tech Project @ProjectStsl]

Ever considered the unintended consequences of AI technology in wearables, cars, and homes? Check out the blog post: https://t.co/EuuyOVQiYr #AI #IoT #Ethics"

[Smart Laws for Smart Tech Project @ProjectStsl]

🤖💡 Dive into this fascinating interview with Rumman Chowdhury on The Guardian. Explore the crucial topic of artificial intelligence accountability and the need for responsible AI development. Thought-provoking insights! #AI #Accountability https://t.co/TmwfgX2UDy"

[Smart Laws for Smart Tech Project @ProjectStsl]

The One Best Way' is a captivating essay shedding light on the pursuit of relentless IoT facilitated optimization in the technological society and its impact on mental health and human well-being. A must-read #Optimization #MentalHealth https://t.co/JONnkGWS8o

[Smart Laws for Smart Tech Project @ProjectStsl]

ACCAN report emphasizes IoT security, data protection & consumer info. Mandatory requirements for secure, privacy-friendly, transparent market. 📚 Consumer education is also vital. Check out their report for more details #ConsumerProtection #IoTRegulation
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[Smart Laws for Smart Tech Project @ProjectStsl]

🤔 UK Gov's shift on AI regulation from endorsing pro-innovation laissez-faire approach to acknowledging the need for 'gaurdrails.' Also UK CMA examines foundation models behind AI tools, promising insights in September report... #AIregulation #UKtech

[Smart Laws for Smart Tech Project @ProjectStsl]

Wearable devices and smart clothes are intrusive tools from a data protection perspective. Better data breach management policies and transparency rights for users using wearable devices and smart clothes are probably required #DataProtection #WearableDevices #DigitalPrivacy

[Smart Laws for Smart Tech Project @ProjectStsl]

Simone C Niquille's 'Homeschool' offers a glimpse into the hidden workings of smart tech. Using 3D datasets for training consumer robots, the film explores the challenges of robotic intelligence, revealing the cultural biases and categorization in digital environments #smarttech

[Smart Laws for Smart Tech Project @ProjectStsl]

Amid the digital panopticon, our bodies & minds are reflected back at us through data, shaping the stories we tell about ourselves & the world. Check out the research by Mattei Ugo for more insight: #MatteiUgo #digitalpanopticon #datashaping #selfnarrative
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[Smart Laws for Smart Tech Project @ProjectStsl]

New study shows that popular wearables such as watches, and rings with bioimpedance technology could interfere with CIEDs in patients. Stay informed and stay safe! #SmartDevices #CIEDs #HealthSafety

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[Stirling Law School @StirLaw]

The European Commission has invited our @guidonld to join the Task & Finish Group on Data Governance and Ethics which will examine how good data governance and ethical processing is best applied within an EU Digital Education Content framework.

[Beatrice Schütte @Beatrice_Schtte]

Have you registered for our #workshop on #AI, #dataprotection and #autonomousvehicles (10 May 2023) yet? You still have time until tomorrow (3 May)👇 Join us online or in person! @LegaltechHEL

[Smart Laws for Smart Tech Project @ProjectStsl]

Say goodbye to your Amazon Halo and various Fitbit features!😱 They're discontinuing features and services for wearable technology, leaving users with less functionality than they paid for! #TechTrends #LostFeatures #AmazonHalo #Fitbit https://t.co/xLCvKDRtoc

[Smart Laws for Smart Tech Project @ProjectStsl]

🚨 The new Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Bill - new provisions on subscription 'traps' plus clause 239: a non-exhaustive list (!) of vulnerabilities including age, physical/mental health and credulity, plus "the circumstances they are in"! #ConsumerProtection 📝

[Smart Laws for Smart Tech Project @ProjectStsl]

Did you know about E-textiles? They are a type of wearable tech with fibres designed for power generation, power storage, sensing, radio frequency functionality, human interface elements and/or assistive technology. Innovative stuff #SmartTextiles #ETextiles #Innovation

[Smart Laws for Smart Tech Project @ProjectStsl]

The UK's push to lead the field in #autonomousdriving raises concerns from a consumer law perspective. As regulations are overhauled, it's crucial to ensure that these advanced driver-assistance systems are safe, reliable, and transparent in their operations. #ConsumerProtection