This podcast episode explores the growing refugee crisis driven by climate change, political instability, and hunger and delves into the development and deployment of technology-based surveillance at borders. The conversation highlights the arbitrary nature of borders, the socio-constructed concept of borders, and the alarming rate of introducing surveillance technology in the border and migration context. The episode also discusses the lack of interaction with affected communities and the diffusion of technology from the border to a broader society. It emphasizes the connection between technology, surveillance, and the rise of far-right politics worldwide and raises concerns about the ethical implications of deploying surveillance tech at borders. Furthermore, the episode discusses the role of the UN in shaping the agenda and norms around data collection in the field of border technology and emphasizes the need for ethical boundaries and conversations around the human rights implications of border technology. Overall, this podcast episode highlights the urgency of addressing the refugee crisis, the impacts of surveillance technology, and the importance of upholding human rights in border practices.
