Securing China for the Olympics and beyond
Securing China for the Olympics and beyond - upiasiaonline.com
Security technologies the Chinese government has deployed for the Beijing Olympics will reshape the relationship between individuals and the state in profound ways long after the cheering crowds have returned home.
With Beijing serving as the model for urban development that is emulated across the country, technology looks likely to play a growing role to keep the authoritarian government in firm control. And the Beijing Olympics will be the testing ground to see how efficient it can be.
Note: Notice that the technology is being supplied by American companies.
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