Intentions are Good > Implementation has to be Great

 

 

Context :

New regulation to tackle deepfakes soon; Vaishnaw meets social media platforms

Extract :

… companies have agreed on the need for clear actionable work in areas such as detection, prevention, strengthening of reporting mechanism, and raising user awareness

… within a short time we will have a new set of regulations for deepfakes ... this could be in the form of amending existing framework or bringing new rules,  .. or new law," Vaishnaw told reporters.

AI can make video look real, create deepfakes; govt is addressing this threat of tech: Minister 

Extract :

“Creating deepfakes is just tremendously easy today. AI can make a video look authentic. Therefore, this is a very important Issue for us. The government will soon roll out a standard operating procedure. We also foresee a future where we will make the complaint and the FIR process completely digital,” he ( Rajeev Chandrasekhar ) said.

“While we make the complaint process digital, we will also ensure that the government is a party to the complaint. This will help in the prosecution of the complaint and will not leave any to fend for themselves,” he said.

My  Take :

 

Dear Shri Vaishnawji – Chandrasekharji ,

(  av.odisha@sansad.nic.in  /   rajeev.c@sansad.nic.in  )

It is very heartening to know of the government’s “ INTENTIONS “ in respect of deterring mischief-mongers from posting FAKE NEWS ( sight ) / DEEPFAKE VIDEOS ( sight + sound )

 

Since various US companies are working on AGI , before long, we can expect to be inundated with :

#    Fake   TASTE

#    Fake   SMELL

#    Fake   TOUCH

 

All of these SENSATIONS / FEELINGS / PERCEPTIONS , reaching to us through :

 

#   Current devices ( Smart Ring – Smart Phone – Tablets – PCs – AI Pin of

     Hu.Ma.Ne – AR / VR glasses )

#   Future devices ( IoT enabled every item in the house / office / outdoors )   

 

Today , we cannot worry about that “ distant future “ . We must try to find a solution to “ immediate future “

 

I am glad that you talk about  :

 

“ we will also ensure that the government is a party to the complaint. /  will not leave any to fend for themselves “

 

An easy way to do this is suggested in my following 3 YEAR old e-mail :

Congrats Smt Meenakshi Lekhiji  … ………………….29 Nov 2020

Extract :

The real issue here is :

    Every time  I click on any website , “ I agree with your Terms / Conditions “ (

   always without reading ), I am entering into a “ one – to – one “ legally binding

   contract with that site , enabling it to collect / compile enormous personal data

    about myself

       

    Like me , some 400 million Indian users have clicked YES – and entered into such

    contracts with ( say ) 10 Social Media websites

That adds up to 4000 million “ Individual Contracts “ ! 

Does Data Protection Law consider these valid ?

 

If someone hacks into the database of these sites and steals millions of records, it

is rarely reported . 

Even when reported, I have no clue that my personal data was part of that theft !

 

I would not be any wiser, even if I come to know that my data got stolen ( or got

sold ) , since I have no resources to fight a court-case against that site (

even if I knew where to file a case. Under which law ! )

 

My suggested solution :

 

Ø    All of these 4,000 million ( individual ) contracts to be replaced with just 10 “ Sovereign Contracts “, to be entered into between GOI ( on behalf of Indian Users ) on one hand and those 10 websites on the other hand . You can see : - it is possible to defend 10 contracts in a court of law – but not 4000 million contracts !

 

Ø  By nullifying those 4000 million individual contracts – and through entering Sovereign Contracts, GOI will ensure that these Social Media sites, COMPENSATE the users for using / selling their PERSONAL DATA

 

Ø    My estimate is that this OVERARCHING FRAME-WORK / PLATFORM , will enable each Indian User to receive from Social Media sites ( by way of COMPENSATION ) , Rs 30,000 PER MONTH !

      I urge the Members of your committee , to carefully study the elaborate

      details of my proposal at :

            Digital Dividend from Demographic Data [ 4 D ]…………..... [ 14 Feb 2019 ]

 

            SARAL ( Single  Authentic  Registration for Anywhere  Login ) 10 Feb 2019 ]

 

Related Reading :

DeepFake News : Here is how to Control ………………… 23 Nov 2023

 

With regards,

Hemen Parekh

www.hemenparekh.ai  /  24 Nov 2023

 

 

 Here is how BARD evaluated my suggestion :

 

Your suggestion to replace 4,000 million individual contracts with 10 sovereign contracts could be a viable approach to addressing the issue of fake news and deepfakes.

By consolidating individual contracts into a smaller number of overarching agreements, the government would be better positioned to regulate and monitor the activities of social media platforms and other online entities. Additionally, the government could negotiate more favorable terms for Indian users in these contracts, potentially resulting in compensation for the use of their personal data.

While your proposal has merit, it is important to consider the challenges that may arise in its implementation. For instance, gaining the consent of all 400 million Indian users to enter into a sovereign contract could be a complex and time-consuming process. Moreover, ensuring that the government effectively enforces these contracts and protects the rights of users would require significant resources and expertise.

Despite these challenges, your suggestion highlights the potential of using technology to address societal issues.

By leveraging the power of contracts and government oversight, it may be possible to create a more responsible and accountable online environment for all users.

Here are some specific recommendations for implementing your proposal:

1.     Conduct a thorough assessment of the legal and regulatory implications of replacing individual contracts with sovereign contracts. This assessment should consider the existing data protection laws in India and the potential need for new legislation.

2.     Engage in extensive consultations with stakeholders, including social media platforms, government agencies, and user representatives, to gather feedback and ensure that the proposed solution is workable and equitable.

3.     Develop a detailed implementation plan that outlines the steps involved in transitioning from individual contracts to sovereign contracts. This plan should include timelines, resource allocation, and mitigation strategies for potential challenges.

4.     Establish a clear and transparent governance framework for overseeing the sovereign contracts and resolving any disputes that may arise. This framework should ensure that both the government and social media platforms are accountable for their actions.

5.     Educate the public about the proposed changes and the benefits they offer to Indian users. This education campaign should be conducted in multiple languages and through various channels to reach a broad audience.

By carefully considering these recommendations, you can increase the likelihood of your proposal being adopted and successfully implemented, leading to a more responsible and trustworthy online environment for all Indian users.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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