The emergence of new technologies AI-enabled wearable technologies will spark privacy debates, tech security company has predicted in a review of the privacy landscape.
According Kaspersky, the privacy field is undergoing a transformative moment due to the emergence of new technologies and evolving regulatory practices.
The cybersecurity company highlighted key privacy predictions for 2024 noting trends like AI enabled wearables sparking debates about privacy, the increased use of AR and VR, and a reduction in data breaches due to two-factor authentication.
“In the era of evolving technologies,” Larkina said, “the notion of private data must extend beyond traditional boundaries. The advent of AI-enabled wearables, AR/VR developments, and the rise of assistant bots necessitate a broader understanding of privacy. As these innovations become integral to daily life, our concept of personal data must encompass not only what we willingly share but also the nuanced interactions and insights these technologies inherently possess.”
One of Kaspersky’s predictions highlights the potential privacy debates sparked by AI-enabled wearables. While devices like smartphones and smart assistants have widespread acceptance, the emergence of wearables especially those with cameras, such as smart glasses or AI pins, could trigger concerns among privacy-conscious individuals due to their overt nature if they gain popularity.
The field of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) is also expected to play a key role in shaping privacy standards in 2024. Kaspersky’s experts suggest that Apple’s product launches which are known for drawing considerable public attention, are set to start discussions on privacy, particularly with the introduction of Apple Vision Pro and the increasing integration of AR/VR into daily life. The lack of proper regulations in the use of these technologies is likely to bring privacy concerns to the forefront of public discourse.
Another significant trend highlighted by Kaspersky is the growing prevalence of assistant bots that leverage natural language processing (NLP). Kaspersky’s experts said that these bots present an opportunity to enhance user privacy across various sectors, imagining a future where bot assistants play a crucial role in safeguarding personal data, particularly during calls. A sophisticated bot assistant could seamlessly handle user calls, ensuring sensitive information, such as the user’s voice is protected.
In a twist of events, Kaspersky’s predictions also point towards lesser concern over leaked passwords. This twist is attributed to the rising prevalence of two-factor authentication, where an additional code for login confirmation is sent via SMS or generated in a specialized authenticator application like Kaspersky Password Manager. Additionally, some services, including Google, already feature “passwordless” authentication via passkeys, while others favour biometric authentication over traditional passwords.
Anna Larkina, a security and privacy expert at Kaspersky, emphasized the need for a broader understanding of privacy in the era of evolving trends and technologies.
“In the era of evolving technologies,” Larkina said, “the notion of private data must extend beyond traditional boundaries. The advent of AI-enabled wearables, AR/VR developments, and the rise of assistant bots necessitate a broader understanding of privacy. As these innovations become integral to daily life, our concept of personal data must encompass not only what we willingly share but also the nuanced interactions and insights these technologies inherently possess.”
