Source: Amnesty International

A report by Amnesty International criticizes Denmark’s AI-powered welfare system for promoting mass surveillance and potentially discriminating against marginalized groups. The system uses AI to automate social services, but Amnesty warns that it disproportionately affects low-income families, immigrants, and other vulnerable populations.

The report highlights privacy concerns, noting that the system collects and analyzes large amounts of personal data without sufficient safeguards. It also raises questions about algorithmic bias and the lack of transparency in decision-making processes. Amnesty calls for urgent reforms to ensure that AI systems in welfare respect human rights and operate without discrimination.

Denmark’s case underscores the broader ethical challenges of deploying AI in public services, emphasizing the need for accountability, fairness, and stronger regulatory frameworks to protect citizens.