Artificial intelligence and GDPR – the impact of AI use on personal data protection

In this article we discuss the risks associated with the use of artificial intelligence in terms of personal data protection.

Introduction:

Artificial intelligence has become one of the most talked about technologies in recent years, and its use in processing personal data has become increasingly common. For those unfamiliar with the concept of artificial intelligence, it is a branch of computer science that involves the creation of systems capable of learning and performing tasks without being explicitly programmed to do so. These systems can be trained to recognise patterns and make decisions using input data.

However, the use of artificial intelligence in processing personal data comes with a number of risks and data protection issues, and this article will explore these in detail. The aim of this review is to provide a better understanding of how artificial intelligence can affect personal data, the protection of personal data, as well as to highlight the risks involved in its use and the measures that can be taken to minimise these risks.

Risks associated with the use of artificial intelligence

In terms of the risks associated with the use of artificial intelligence in the context of personal data protection, there are a number of issues that need to be taken into account.

The first of these is discrimination, which can occur when artificial intelligence algorithms are trained to make decisions based on historical data that has been generated by discriminating printing systems. This can lead to discrimination against vulnerable groups such as the elderly or those belonging to ethnic or racial groups.

Another important risk is profiling, which can occur when personal data is collected and used to create detailed user profiles. These profiles can be used to make automated decisions about services and products offered, but also for other purposes such as risk analysis or fraud detection.

Another problem is the lack of accountability and transparency of artificial intelligence systems, which can be difficult to control and monitor. This can lead to a lack of trust in the system in question and make users reluctant to provide the necessary personal data.

In addition, there are risks associated with data security and privacy, particularly in relation to data storage and transfer. There is also a risk that personal data may be misused or disclosed to third parties without users’ consent.

All these risks should be taken into account when using artificial intelligence to process personal data and appropriate measures should be taken to minimise these risks.

Protection of personal data under GDPR

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) was created to protect the rights of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data. It imposes a set of principles to be respected by anyone processing such data, including in the context of the use of artificial intelligence.

These principles include:

• Lawfulness, fairness and transparency: personal data must be processed lawfully, fairly and transparently in relation to the data subject. The data subject must be informed about the processing of the data and be given access to information about the processing.
• Limited purpose: personal data should be collected and processed only for the specific, explicit and legitimate purpose for which it was collected.
• Data minimisation: personal data must be adequate, relevant and limited to what is necessary for the purpose for which it is processed.
• Accuracy: personal data must be accurate and, where necessary, kept up to date.
• Limited storage: personal data must be kept only for the period necessary in relation to the purpose for which it was collected and processed.
• Integrity and confidentiality: personal data must be protected against unauthorised or unlawful processing and against accidental loss, destruction or damage.
• Accountability: the data controller must be responsible for compliance with these principles and be able to demonstrate compliance.

It is important to take these principles into account during the development and use of artificial intelligence systems to ensure that the rights of individuals with regard to the protection of personal data are respected.