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The most popular item in Silicon Valley: 'Snooping'

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AI is naturally involved, and there's an emerging field called snooping that's gaining attention alongside it. In translation, it roughly means 'surveillance, wiretapping.' It might seem surprising that startups related to surveillance and wiretapping are popping up in the US.
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Technological advances and government demand: Silicon Valley companies are developing surveillance and analytics technologies using AI, drones, satellite technology, and so on. These innovations respond directly to the needs of law enforcement and government agencies.
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New growth opportunities: Companies are moving beyond their traditional business fields to explore fresh sources of revenue, and government contracts offer the promise of long-term, stable profits.
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Concerns about Chinese-made drones: The US government has raised security concerns about drones made in China, and this situation is creating new opportunities for American companies.
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Value shifts in Silicon Valley: There’s been a move away from the early internet era’s libertarian ideals, with a growing focus on contributing to national security and public safety.
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Investor interest: Venture capital firms and investors are pouring more money into this sector, providing the resources needed for further technology development.

Representative technology?

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Drone technology: Surveillance using drones is now common among police and security agencies. For example, companies like Skydio and Brinc are developing AI-powered drones that can fly autonomously.
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Satellite technology: Satellite images are used for both surveillance and earth observation. As launch costs have dropped, satellites have become an even more critical tool in the surveillance arena.
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Facial recognition software: Law enforcement agencies are increasingly relying on facial recognition, sparking ongoing debates about citizens’ privacy.
As snooping-related companies attract attention, issues like privacy infringement and misuse naturally come up. Interestingly, though, state governments haven’t really taken any meaningful action so far. In fact, the House of Representatives has been defending the use of these technologies, saying they enable effective law enforcement and improved public services.
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