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TBD | The Panopticon Olympics

Jul 28, 2024
Anne Toomey McKenna, a professor and expert in electronic surveillance, alongside Henry Grabar, a journalist covering the Paris Olympics for Slate, delve into the unprecedented security measures France is implementing for the Games. They discuss the ethical implications of automated surveillance and AI technologies, raising concerns about privacy and civil liberties. The conversation highlights how the changes made for the Olympics may permanently alter urban surveillance practices, leaving lasting impacts long after the festivities conclude.
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