How Does Artificial intelligence Affect Children?
But what specific threats does artificial intelligence pose to children, and which rights need greater protection?
Artificial intelligence is increasingly present in children's lives. However, it is rarely, if ever, recognized in most AI laws. The basic fact is that AI is already affecting children. Kids can already ask Alexaor Google Assistant questions that their parents won't answer .
Already, AI-powered algorithms can choose which video a young person should watch next or if they are at risk. AI will likely have an increasing impact on people's access to healthcare and educational opportunities over time.
Those responsible for the interaction between artificial intelligence and children are aware of these concerns. For example, parents need to act quickly to prevent a misunderstood smart speaker from responding with offensive information. It is up to policymakers to protect children's data. (Even to the point of banning AI games in Germany).
The idea of protecting children from artificial intelligence is crucial. Children and adults are not the same, nor are they the same. They still have a long way to go and are still developing. Therefore, how children connect with the outside world will affect their development and future.
So what rights need to be considered and protected when it comes to artificial intelligence for children .
- The right to privacy, which includes protecting children's personal information. Every time a young person engages with a digital service, their personal data file is expanded. Also, AI algorithms actually base their conclusions on these data profiles. So how can we ensure that children's data, which is collected by AI companies and used to train AI, is protected and remains private?
- Protection from exploitation, abuse and bias We need to ensure the system is fair if children's AI is to play a role in the choices that affect their lives. Bias related to age, gender, and race can be caused by algorithmic biases. Without proper protection, unjust systems can affect children.
- Access to health care, education and information How can international organizations protect these rights? Could children have the best chance if AI involved children making decisions that affect those basic needs? The opportunity to express an opinion on any topic of interest to them (including artificial intelligence).
- Children need to be educated about artificial intelligence and its impact on them. It is essential to impart knowledge about systems that will have a significant impact on children's lives .
- The right to file a formal and legal complaint in the event of a violation of rights International children's organizations must provide a responsible body and procedures for children and their families to follow when their rights are violated. It is important to consider the impact that artificial intelligence can have on children's behavior and development.
- Compared to adults, children are more flexible and impressionable. So, can inappropriate AI reinforce unwanted habits? Can movies and other information suggested by the AI analysis for children influence their view of the world? Also, it is possible that artificial intelligence will affect the way children communicate and develop socially.
- It is essential that conversations are held now and that AI is developed with an eye on how it will impact future generations.
