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Emerging Technologies, Part 5 – Legal and Privacy Concerns
The integration of emerging technologies in emergency management holds the promise of enhancing response efficiency and accuracy. However, these technologies are challenging, particularly regarding legal and privacy concerns. As emergency managers adopt tools like data analytics, surveillance systems, and biometric identification, navigating the complex landscape of laws and regulations to protect individuals’ rights is imperative. Part 5 of this five-part series delves into the legal and privacy issues inherent in emergency managers’ use of…
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Emerging Technologies, Part 5 – Legal and Privacy Concerns
The integration of emerging technologies in emergency management holds the promise of enhancing response efficiency and accuracy. However, these technologies are challenging, particularly regarding legal and privacy concerns. As emergency managers adopt tools like data analytics, surveillance systems, and biometric identification, navigating the complex landscape of laws and regulations to protect individuals’ rights is imperative. Part 5 of this five-part series delves into the legal and privacy issues inherent in emergency managers’ use of…
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