The Rollout of AI Surveillance by Montreal Police Raises Privacy Concerns The city of Montreal has become a testing ground for AI driven surveillance technology, sparking concerns about the erosion of public transparency and individual privacy rights.
Last week, a high powered camera capable of scanning and identifying vehicles was spotted in Rivière des Prairies neighbourhood, fueling worries that law enforcement is quietly expanding its use of invasive technologies.
This trend is part of a broader global movement where governments are embracing AI surveillance tools to monitor citizens.