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Policy designs for adaptive governance of disruptive technologies: the case of facial recognition technology (FRT) in China

  • Zhizhao LI
  • , Yuqing GUO
  • , Masaru Yarime
  • , Xun Wu*
  • *Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

Recent regulations introduced by the Chinese government regarding big data technologies are welcome to those long concerned about the risks associated with their rapid deployment. However, these changes are not sufficient to safeguard privacy and data security. More importantly, these policies may not have fully accounted for the disruptive nature of these technologies. In this paper, we examine the need and the potential of new approaches in policy design regarding disruptive technologies by examining the case of facial recognition technology (FRT) in China. We argue that adaptive governance provides a useful framework for future policy design. Regulatory sandbox approach, policy mix and stakeholder engagement are among key policy measures to overcome regulatory challenges.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)27-40
Number of pages14
JournalPolicy Design and Practice
Volume6
Issue number1
Early online date4 Jan 2023
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2023

Bibliographical note

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© 2023 The Author(s). Published by Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group.

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This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
    SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Keywords

  • Facial recognition technology
  • data governance
  • adaptive governance
  • disruptive technology
  • China

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