Data Privacy During Pandemics: A Scorecard Approach for Evaluating the Privacy Implications of Covid-19 Mobile Phone Surveillance Programs

Governments around the globe have implemented mobile phone surveillance programs as part of their strategies to mitigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. This book offers a comprehensive analysis of the privacy implications stemming from these initiatives, providing a much-needed scorecard approach to evaluate their effectiveness and ethical considerations. The authors meticulously examine how data gathered through mobile technologies can compromise individual privacy while also considering public health benefits.

Through a collaborative lens, Boudreaux, DeNardo, Denton, Sanchez, and Feistel delve into the delicate balance between safeguarding personal freedoms and ensuring community health. Their insights draw on diverse perspectives, highlighting the complex intersections of technology, privacy, and policy during unprecedented times. As digital surveillance becomes increasingly prevalent, the book serves as a critical resource for understanding the ramifications of such measures in the context of a global health crisis.