Kaspersky, a cybersecurity solutions company, highlights the potential for (artificial intelligence) AI-powered wearables to spark privacy debates, alongside the expected impact of augmented reality (AR) and virtuality reality (VR) proliferation on privacy standards in 2024.
According to Kaspersky, the diminishing significance of password-related data breaches due to the rise of two-factor authentication and the integration of assistant bots contribute to enhanced user privacy.
The privacy landscape, as observed by Kaspersky, is experiencing significant shifts driven by new technologies and evolving regulations. Key events in 2023 across social, economic, and political spheres, coupled with emerging technological trends, will shape privacy considerations in 2024.
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Kaspersky’s predictions include:
• The potential for AI-powered wearables to stir privacy discussions, particularly concerning devices like smart glasses or AI pins with cameras, which may raise concerns among privacy-conscious individuals.
• AR and VR advancements are expected to set new privacy standards, driven by product launches such as Apple Vision Pro and the increasing integration of AR/VR into daily life.
• Assistant bots leveraging natural language processing present opportunities to bolster user privacy across various sectors, envisioning a future where they play a vital role in safeguarding personal data, especially during calls.
• The declining concern over leaked passwords is attributed to the growing adoption of two-factor authentication and alternative authentication methods like passkeys and biometrics.
Kaspersky underscores the need for a broader understanding of privacy in light of evolving technologies. As AI-enabled wearables, AR/VR developments, and assistant bots become more prevalent in daily life, the company suggests that the concept of personal data must inclue not only voluntarily shared information but also the nuanced interactions and insights inherent in these technologies.