Ethics, autonomy, privacy and RFID technology
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2022
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Bisschoff, Runette
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Abstract
This paper examines the risk that subcutaneous micro-chips pose to privacy. I argue that although human RFID-SM’s may pose a risk to informational privacy in their current state, they are being improved and made more secure. They should not be banned for uses where they contribute to the safety & security, autonomy, dignity and quality of life of people as per their specific needs or wants- especially where they can prevent more significant harm.
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A research report submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the degree of Master of Arts in Applied Ethics for Professionals to the Faculty of Humanities, University of the Witwatersrand, 2022