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> we don't want faceless algorithms studying our most intimate personal and medical issues So you don't want an advanced algorithm to analyze your vitals and d
by peterwwillis 7y ago
> we don't want faceless algorithms studying our most intimate personal and medical issues
So you don't want an advanced algorithm to analyze your vitals and detect your cancer at an early stage?
Technology has more than doubled our life expectancy. More technology could do even more so. The fact that it's a faceless algorithm, and not a creepy biased human, should be a comfort. But you're reacting like this is all going to harm you, when it's way more likely to do the opposite.
> we are absolutely horrified that this data is being shared
People always fear the things they don't understand. That doesn't mean that fear is justified, by a long shot.
- CPLX 7y ago> So you don't want an advanced algorithm to analyze your vitals and detect your cancer at an early stage? That’s correct, I don’t want that. And if one day I change my mind and make the choice to opt-in to a system that works like that, I still won’t ever want Google to be involved in it.
- blacksmith_tb 7y agoGiven that early detection increases chances of survival[1] considerably, you may not have a chance to opt-in later. Which raises interesting questions about whether society might force you to participate in having your data analyzed, similar to say, vaccinating. 1: https://www.canaryfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/EarlyDetectionFactSheet.pdf https://www.canaryfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/EarlyDet...
- peterwwillis 7y agoOh, I see. A brand's values and reputation, as well as your own personal choices, are more important to you than your health.