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Mohamad Kassab1, Valdemar Vicente Graciano Neto2
1Pennsylvania State University, Malvern, PA, USA.
Procedia Computer Science
|June 16, 2021
Summary
This study reviews digital tracking technologies, focusing on 47 COVID-19 contact tracing apps. It analyzes their role in pandemic control while discussing privacy and deployment challenges.
Area of Science:
- Digital Health
- Epidemiology
- Information Technology
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated rapid deployment of digital technologies for public health surveillance.
- Internet of Things (IoT) solutions were implemented to monitor and control virus spread.
- Contact tracing mobile applications emerged as a key tool to track individuals and their exposures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of digital tracking technologies used during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- To analyze 47 specific contact tracing mobile applications developed in response to COVID-19.
- To discuss the technological and social constraints, including privacy concerns, affecting these digital surveillance platforms.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of digital tracking technologies and mobile applications.
- Detailed analysis of 47 contact tracing mobile applications.
- Qualitative discussion on privacy implications and socio-technical challenges.
Main Results:
- Identification and categorization of various digital tracking solutions deployed.
- In-depth analysis of the features and functionalities of 47 contact tracing applications.
- Examination of privacy risks and technological/social barriers to widespread adoption.
Conclusions:
- Contact tracing apps played a significant role in pandemic response efforts.
- Privacy concerns and socio-technical factors present substantial challenges for digital surveillance platforms.
- Further research is needed to balance public health goals with individual privacy rights.
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