Scientific Report on Privacy and Data Protection Implications of Neurotechnology
The Director of the Center for Human Rights and Humanitarian Law, Eduardo Bertoni and Marcello Ienca presented a comprehensive scientific study titled "The Privacy and Data Protection Implications of the Use of Neurotechnology and Neural Data from the Perspective of Convention 108+" at the Committee's 46th plenary meeting. This research provides a detailed legal and technical review of neurotechnology and brain data, with an emphasis on their potential consequences on human rights and basic freedoms, particularly the right to privacy and personal data protection.
The report delves into the current and future capabilities of neural interfaces and examines regulatory initiatives concerning neurotechnologies. It proposes practical solutions to address the challenges of "mental privacy." Emphasizing the role of Convention 108+ in mitigating data privacy issues related to neural data processing, the report underscores the importance of safeguarding individual privacy while fostering scientific progress and innovation in neuroscience.
Convention 108+ offers a robust framework to navigate the challenges of the digital age and the complexities of neural research. It ensures that individuals' privacy and personal data are adequately protected in the context of neuroscience and brain research