Privacy concerns rise as federal rule may mandate driver-monitoring tech in all new cars
By
, USA TODAY
A baker's-dozen of insight crammed into one ring.
Summary
A federal regulation requiring driver-monitoring technology in all new vehicles to prevent drunk driving is approaching, but raises serious privacy concerns. The article argues that Congress needs to address questions about surveillance, data control, and privacy trade-offs before the mandate takes effect. The technology would monitor drivers for impairment, potentially creating a system of mass surveillance in vehicles without clear public debate or safeguards.
Key quotes
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It's a law that has largely gone under the radar, but one that could affect millions of Americans.
And before it takes effect, Congress owes the public clear answers about privacy, surveillance and who controls the data these systems collect.
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