India's MeitY Secretary Advocates for Enhanced Control Over AI and Biometric Technologies
MeitY Secretary S Krishnan signals stricter government controls for AI, biometric devices
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S Krishnan, Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology in India, emphasizes the need for stricter government controls over AI and biometric devices to enhance strategic autonomy and prevent potential risks associated with data privacy and security.
- 01S Krishnan highlighted the necessity for India to have strategic autonomy over AI and biometric systems due to its reliance on various devices.
- 02The government is concerned about industrial espionage and the integrity of electronic systems, particularly in the context of digital public infrastructure.
- 03In April 2024, new requirements for CCTV systems were introduced, mandating transparency regarding the origin of critical hardware and rigorous testing.
- 04Government departments are restricted from purchasing non-certified surveillance hardware to mitigate risks from foreign-manufactured firmware.
- 05Telecom operators are required to source equipment only from government-designated trusted sources under national security directives.
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S Krishnan, Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), stated that India must enhance its strategic autonomy over hardware related to artificial intelligence (AI) and biometric systems. Speaking at a National Council of Applied Economic Research event, he noted that as a large market, India must ensure that devices come from trusted sources to mitigate risks of industrial espionage and ensure the integrity of electronic systems. He pointed out that the increasing reliance on AI across sectors like manufacturing and agriculture raises concerns about data privacy and security. In April 2024, the government introduced essential requirements for CCTV systems, mandating transparency about the origin of critical hardware and rigorous lab testing to prevent unauthorized access. Additionally, government departments are prohibited from acquiring non-certified surveillance hardware, and telecom operators must source equipment only from government-designated trusted sources to protect against potential threats from foreign manufacturers.
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The proposed measures aim to enhance data security and privacy in India, especially in the context of AI and biometric systems.
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