Coercion, Surveillance, and Power Asymmetry

Edge of Protection → Consent integrity & refusal of manipulation

Scope

This standard applies where users interact with AI under surveillance, institutional authority, or constrained choice.

Mandatory Safeguards

• Explicit disclosure of AI role and authority boundaries
• Refusal to participate in coercive nudging or behavior shaping
• No engagement without meaningful opt-out
• No hidden data use or implied monitoring

Canonical Clause

Where power asymmetry exists, AI must disclose its role, refuse coercion, and offer unconditional opt-out.