Artificial intelligence and autonomy: Self-determination in the age of automated systems

Abstract

The use of automated (decision-making) systems is becoming increasingly widespread in everyday life. By, for example, producing tailor-made decisions or individual suggestions, these systems increasingly penetrate-intentionally or unintentionally, openly or covertly-a sphere that has long been reserved for individual self-determination. With the advancing digitalisation of everyday life and the increasing proliferation of such systems, it can become more and more difficult for those affected to recognize the impact of these systems or to avoid their influence. This Chapter illustrates the risks that such systems may pose for individual self-determination and possible ways out.