Stop your data from being stolen and sold with Incogni! -https://get.incogni.io/SH1hG (50% off annual plan) Smart cities are not what they seem. They are invasive. In this video, we zero in on the rapidly expanding surveillance ecosystem within smart cities, with a special focus on China's role in integrating MASS SURVEILLANCE technology. We explore Amazon Sidewalk and CCTV, which are subtly implementing connectivity and surveillance across neighborhoods in the United States, often enrolling citizens and their devices into a vast surveillance network without their explicit approval. Talk about shady! Our deep dive reveals the realities of living in an era where convenience could come at the cost of privacy, comparing the surveillance infrastructure in the U.S. with China's extensive deployment of CCTV cameras and the implementation of a social credit system that tracks and scores citizen behavior. We also examine the advancements and challenges of smart city innovations worldwide, from the robotic aides in Singapore to the ambitious zero-carbon project, The Line, in Saudi Arabia. This video looks at the delicate balance between embracing technological advancements and safeguarding individual privacy rights. It invites viewers to reflect on the implications of omnipresent surveillance and offers guidance on how to navigate the complex landscape of digital monitoring. Tune in to arm yourself with knowledge and strategies to maintain control over your personal space in the digital age. Subscribe to Future Tech Files for more!