Larry Ellison: "Citizens will be on their best behavior because we’re recording"
Oracle CTO Larry Ellison has discussed a future where AI-driven surveillance systems monitor public spaces to deter wrongdoing. He suggests that the ubiquity of recording technology will lead to improved citizen behavior, drawing comparisons to dystopian surveillance states.
Why it matters
Ellison's comments highlight the growing intersection of corporate technology, AI, and public policy regarding privacy and civil liberties.
Legendary technologist Larry Ellison has outlined a vision for an increasingly aggressive surveillance state in the 21st century
The article frames Ellison's vision through the lens of 'Orwellian' surveillance, which carries a critical tone regarding the implications of his statements.
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