About the Book
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is swiftly reshaping global regulatory frameworks, and current discussions on privacy have been thrust into the limelight. The virtual spaces we inhabit and technological advancements demand reevaluating our understanding of privacy, freedom of expression, and access to information. As the world grapples with unprecedented digital transformation, intensified by the global pandemic, exploring the human impact of AI has never been more important. The book, Intersections Between Rights and Technology explores this juncture, dissecting the intricate relationship between the rights we hold dear and the transformative power of technology. This book navigates the complexities of safeguarding human rights in the digital realm with a multidisciplinary lens. Addressing issues of paramount importance—privacy, human dignity, personal safety, and non-discrimination—the book critically examines the evolving landscape and the necessity to recalibrate legal and societal norms. In a world where the internet simultaneously empowers and poses risks, the book poses critical questions: Who decides the boundaries of information sharing? How do we protect privacy in the digital sphere while upholding freedom of expression? These questions are not merely theoretical; they represent the forefront of challenges faced by scholars, policymakers, law enforcement officials, and activists. The chapters within this book provide an exhaustive analysis of the challenges and opportunities presented by the digital age. Each section contributes to a holistic understanding of the subject, from the implications of AI systems on human rights to the intersection of cybersecurity and individual freedoms. Moreover, it extends its gaze beyond theoretical discourse, exploring practical dimensions such as investigating violations of international laws in the digital space and ensuring equitable digital education. Intersections Between Rights and Technology is an indispensable resource for scholars, policymakers, law enforcement professionals, and individuals passionate about shaping a digital world where rights are not just respected but actively protected.
About the Author :
Dr. Amit Anand is a scholar of International Human Rights Law with a particular focus on gender-based violence, caste-based discrimination, and the intersection of law, culture, and social exclusion. He holds a PhD in Law from Lancaster University, UK, where his doctoral research critically examined culturally entrenched and institutionally neglected forms of violence against women in India, including witch-hunting, honour killings, and the Devadasi system. Dr. Anand also holds an LL.M in Human Rights from the University of Reading, UK, and a B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) from the National Law School of India University, Bengaluru. Akanksha Madaan is an Assistant Professor of Law with expertise in Intellectual Property Rights (IPR). Currently teaching at REVA University, Bangalore, she has a proven track record in both academic and scholarly work. Her teaching portfolio includes subjects such as IPR, Insurance Law, Women and Law, Air and Space Law, and Maritime Law. As the Faculty Coordinator of multiple centers, including the Intellectual Property Rights Strategies and Advancement Centre, she has actively organized and participated in various academic programs, lectures, and workshops. Akanksha holds an LL.M. from NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad, with a specialization in IPR, and has completed her Ph.D. coursework at Gujarat National Law University, focusing on Geographical Indications. Her dedication to research has earned her several prestigious awards, including the Prof. Ranbir Singh Best Legal Researcher Award. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, she actively contributes to national and international conferences, presenting papers on critical topics such as environmental justice, human rights, and intellectual property. Aakanksha is also a member of several professional organizations, underscoring her commitment to academic excellence and legal scholarship. Mohammed Kayed Abdel-Haq is currently the Founding Director of the Centre for Islamic Finance at the University of Bolton and serves as the Assistant ViceChancellor for Postgraduate Developments. He also holds the position of Executive Director of the Development Office at the same university. Additionally, Professor Abdel-Haq is the Principal of the Hume Institute for Postgraduate Studies in Lausanne, Switzerland, and a Professor in Banking. He fulfills the role of CEO at Oakstone Merchant Bank as well. His contributions to public service include chairing the UK Government’s Advisory Task and Finish Group on Taxi and Private Hire Vehicle Licensing, with the report published in February 2019. Previously, he was a member of the Council of the Royal Institute for International Affairs (Chatham House) and, in 2011, was appointed Chairman of the UK Ministerial Advisory Group on Extremism in Universities and FE Colleges. Professor Abdel-Haq is affiliated with institutions such as King’s College, London, where he is a Visiting Professor, and IDEAS at the London School of Economics, and he also serves as an Editor for the Middle East Element Series at Cambridge University Press.
