Innovation Or Invasion Of Privacy? Concerns Mount Over Smart Streetlights

Into San Diego

English - December 09, 2019 14:00 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MB - ★★★★★ - 41 ratings
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INSIGHT Episode Eleven looks at the city of San Diego's use of thousands of small cameras installed on light posts. The city has touted the cameras, sensors, and the data those sensors collect as a way to improve city services, expedite traffic, identify available parking, and ensure pedestrian safety. But opponents say the way the program was rolled out lacked transparency, and now fears are mounting over the cameras "spying" on the public.

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