Simon Davies, Univ. of New South Wales, Australia
In the new information economy gold rush, Strip Mining data for resale has become lucrative. But what are the ethics of this new industry? Do individuals have a right to know how their personal information is being used? Assessment of the areas in which consumers currently have and do not have protection under the law from infringements upon privacy. Industry speakers predict a return to "old-fashioned, small town" type commerce as they have more intimate details about their customers. They claim consumers will be happier. Others see Armageddon. Chair: Lance Hoffman.
Simon Davies, Univ. of New South Wales, Australia
Evan Hendricks, Editor / Publisher, Privacy Times
Tom Mandel, SRI International
Willis Ware, RAND Corporation
ISBN 1-57844-005-X
Order Number: CFP105
Item Type: Video; VHS; 75 minutes