Location Data and the Promise of Anonymization - Panel Discussion

Explore the complexities of geolocation data privacy and anonymization techniques in this 52-minute panel discussion from USENIX Enigma 2023. Delve into the regulatory and technical advancements that have thrust location data into the privacy spotlight. Join moderator Aaron Alva from the Federal Trade Commission and panelists Brandi M. Bennett, Jennifer King from Stanford University's Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence, and Beryl Lipton from the Electronic Frontier Foundation as they critically examine the effectiveness of "anonymization" methods used by organizations to mitigate risks associated with collecting and processing geolocation data. Gain insights into why many technologists are questioning the validity of these approaches and understand the implications for data privacy in an increasingly connected world.