The 404 Media Podcast How AI-Powered Cameras Took Over One Small American Town
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Nov 8, 2023 Discover how AI-powered cameras took over a small town in America, transforming safety measures and sparking privacy debates. Explore the chaotic aftermath of an NFT conference where attendees faced painful UV light exposure. Delve into the absurd rise and fall of NFTs, highlighting the bizarre intertwining of surveillance and cryptocurrency culture. The discussion also uncovers a shocking scam that fleeced Amazon of $700,000, raising questions about the broader implications for delivery drivers. It's a wild ride through technology, community, and chaos!
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Cameras Become A Continuous Surveillance Net
- A company centralizes private and public CCTV into one police-accessible network that can deliver live feeds and mass searches.
- Adding AI to cameras turns isolated devices into a continuous, searchable surveillance net.
AI Transforms Passive Cameras Into Active Detectors
- AI can scan feeds for objects or people, turning dumb cameras into proactive detection tools.
- That changes expectations around when and how police can observe public and private spaces.
Move Surveillance Debates Beyond Local Silos
- Push for national-level discussion rather than isolated local decisions when new surveillance tech appears.
- File public records requests to reveal deployments and prompt broader debate.