China - Surveillance state or way of the future?

 

China is building a huge digital surveillance system. The state collects massive amounts of data from willing citizens: the benefits are practical, and people who play by the rules are rewarded.

'Dystopian': Singapore police robots spark surveillance state fears

Singapore police have been testing a new weapon in the battle against incivility in recent weeks – mobile robots that can detect "undesirable social behaviour" such as smoking in prohibited areas and people improperly parking bicycles.

You’re Being Watched Right Now | NYT Opinion

The surveillance state is the stuff of dystopian novels and futuristic thrillers. Or, as revealed in the Video Op-Ed above, it’s here now. With ad trackers on our phones, facial recognition cameras on our streets and N.S.A. agents listening in on our phone calls, Big Brother is watching.

We keep hearing, “I’ve got nothing to hide” or “I can’t actually do anything about it.” But when the government fails to protect your privacy, it’s up to you to set your limits.