Algorithmic decision-making (ADM) represents a use case of applied artificial intelligence (AI) with a growing demand in various business scenarios. In this context, algorithms make and execute decisions while impacting individuals’ lives. The present article discusses today’s importance of self-determination in the light of the increasing application of ADM. It further illustrates relevant ethical theories in regard to the concept of self-determination, and further describes risks of discrimination, particularly in the context of ADM. The paper explores how self-determination is reflected in present and future legislation, mainly considering the GDPR and the European AI Act, and assesses possible measures that enable the safeguarding of the concept of self-determination.

In einem aktuellen Beitrag von Annegret Schmucker und Holger Nohr in der Zeitschrift PinG – Privacy in Germany werden Überlegungen zur Regulierung automatischer Entscheidungssysteme angestellt. Der Artikel stellt Ergebnisse aus einem Projekt im Studiengang Master of Media Research an der Hochschule der Medien vor.

Annegret Schmucker & Holger Nohr: The Ethics of the Right to Informational Self-Determination in the context of Algorithmic Decision-Making (ADM) – A holistic assessment. In: PinG – Privacy in Germany 10 (2022) 5, S. 203-209.