8 - The Double Edged Sword | Drs. Huss, Ghosh w/ Dr. Indira Dutta

In this episode of AI, What the Tech?!, we sit down with Dr. Indira Dutta—expert in applied cryptography, human factors, and cybersecurity education—to unpack how AI-driven surveillance is transforming education, work, and society. From eye-tracking during exams to behavior-scoring algorithms in HR software, we explore the blurry lines between protection and control, and the deep ethical questions behind AI-based inference and digital monitoring. 🎧 Listen now, subscribe, and stay human. ☕ Support the show: 🔗 https://buymeacoffee.com/aiwtt ⏱️ Timestamps 00:16 Introduction 3:09 Double-edged Sword of Surveillance 6:17 Understanding Privacy and Consent in AI 9:01 The Implications of Passive Surveillance Systems 12:02 Normalization of Surveillance 14:55 Legal Frameworks and Need for Change 17:53 The Future of Privacy Laws 23:03 The Reactionary Nature of Security Concerns 23:52 Risk of Surveillance 26:46 Transparency of Tools 29:48 Bias of Tools 31:16 Cybersecurity vs Control 33:15 Governance and Oversight 36:09 Need for Ethical Technology Review Boards 39:52 Policy Frameworks for AI Surveillance in Education 47:08 AI Tools and Implications 50:31 Need for Informed Consent 53:17 ElderConnect: Empowering the Elderly with AI 59:03 The Importance of Community Engagement 1:01:43 Reflections on AI, Privacy and Digital Dignity 1:07:46 Conclusions #AI #Surveillance #Privacy #Cybersecurity #EdTech #DigitalEthics #HumanRights #AIWhatTheTech #Education #WorkplaceAI