Surveillance Tech In Public Spaces

We all like to know that we can go about our daily lives without concern over the security of our identity, or even concerns over our freedom of speech.

As AI develops, new technology becomes more integrated into public spaces. From facial and gait recognition in public spaces to lip-reading AI in CCTV surveillance – questions over GDPR, privacy and other boundaries become more prevalent than ever.

Concerns over lip-reading CCTV in public space have been expressed by government’s surveillance watchdog, warning that it could “change the nature of our society”.

Public safety is, without doubt, of paramount importance. But is new tech in CCTV security going too far with its latest developments?