#Video Surveillance Systems Market

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Global Home Video Surveillance Systems Market Trends and Future Outlook 2024 - 2031

The global home video surveillance systems market was valued at USD 15.4 billion in 2023, and it is projected to grow significantly, reaching USD 24.2 billion by 2024. The rising adoption of smart home technology, the integration of AI, and the increasing demand for cloud-based storage are key factors driving this growth.

Market Size and Growth

The global home video surveillance systems market has seen exponential growth due to rising concerns over safety, technological advancements, and affordable solutions. Homeowners now prioritize securing their properties with surveillance systems that offer real-time monitoring, remote access, and superior image quality.

The global home video surveillance systems market was valued at USD 53.7 billion in 2023, and it is projected to grow significantly, reaching USD 83.3 billion by 2028. The rising adoption of smart home technology, the integration of AI, and the increasing demand for cloud-based storage are key factors driving this growth.

Key Drivers of Market Growth

Increasing Security Concerns: The rise in home break-ins and burglaries has heightened demand for reliable home surveillance solutions.

Technological Advancements: New technologies like 4K cameras, AI-powered analytics, and smart home integrations are transforming video surveillance systems.

Cost-Effectiveness: The availability of affordable surveillance equipment has made it easier for homeowners to invest in these systems.

Key Players in the Market

Major players in the global home video surveillance market include:

Hikvision

Axis Communications

Honeywell International

Dahua Technology

These companies are known for offering innovative products, like IP-based cameras, wireless systems, and AI-powered video analytics, ensuring high-quality security solutions.

Future Trends and Opportunities

AI and Automation

AI-enabled systems are revolutionizing home surveillance by providing features like object detection, facial recognition, and motion alerts. These systems reduce false alarms and enhance security.

Cloud Storage Solutions

The shift toward cloud-based storage is simplifying the way video footage is stored and accessed, offering remote access and higher storage capacity without the need for physical devices.

Conclusion

The global home video surveillance systems market is poised for rapid growth, driven by increased security needs, technological innovations, and affordability. As AI and cloud solutions continue to advance, the market will offer new opportunities for both homeowners and industry players.

[thetejasamale]

Demand for software analytics and artificial intelligence is driving video surveillance market growth...

[linkyu]

tell me about your defense contract pleage

Oh boy!

To be fair, it's nothing grandiose, like, it wasn't about "a new missile blueprint" or whatever, but, just thinking about what it could have become? yeesh.

So, let's go.

For context, this is taking place in the early 2010s, where I was working as a dev and manager for a company that mostly did space stuff, but they had some defence and security contracts too.

One day we got a new contract though, which was... a weird one. It was state-auctioned, meaning that this was basically a homeland contract, but the main sponsor was Philip Morris. Yeah. The American cigarette company.

Why? Because the contract was essentially a crackdown on "illegal cigarette sales", but it was sold as a more general "war on drugs" contract.

For those unaware (because chances are, like me, you are a non-smoker), cigarette contraband is very much a thing. At the time, ~15% of cigarettes were sold illegally here (read: they were smuggled in and sold on the street).

And Phillip Morris wanted to stop that. After all, they're only a small company worth uhhh... oh JFC. Just a paltry 150 billion dollars. They need those extra dollars, you understand?

Anyway. So they sponsored a contract to the state, promising that "the technology used for this can be used to stop drug deals too". Also that "the state would benefit from the cigarettes part as well because smaller black market means more official sales means a higher tax revenue" (that has actually been proven true during the 2020 quarantine).

Anyway, here was the plan:

Phase 1 was to train a neural network and plug it in directly to the city's video-surveillance system, in order to detect illegal transactions as soon as they occur. Big brother who?

Phase 2 was to then track the people involved in said transaction throughout the city, based on their appearance and gait. You ever seen the Plainsight sheep counting video? Imagine something like this but with people. That data would then be relayed to police officers in the area.

So yeah, an automated CCTV-based tracking system. Because that's not setting a scary precedent.

So what do you do when you're in that position? Let me tell you. If you're thrust unknowingly, or against your will, into a project like this,

Note. The following is not a legal advice. In fact it's not even good advice. Do not attempt any of this unless you know you can't get caught, or that even if you are caught, the consequences are acceptable. Above all else, always have a backup plan if and when it backfires. Also don't do anything that can get you sued. Be reasonable.

Let me introduce you to the world of Corporate Sabotage! It's a funny form of striking, very effective in office environments.

Here's what I did:

First of all was the training data. We had extensive footage, but it needed to be marked manually for the training. Basically, just cropping the clips around the "transaction" and drawing some boxes on top of the "criminals". I was in charge of several batches of those. It helped that I was fast at it since I had video editing experience already. Well, let's just say that a good deal of those markings were... not very accurate.

Also, did you know that some video encodings are very slow to process by OpenCV, to the point of sometimes crashing? I'm sure the software is better at it nowadays though. So I did that to another portion of the data.

Unfortunately the training model itself was handled by a different company, so I couldn't do more about this.

Or could I?

I was the main person communicating with them, after all.

Enter: Miscommunication Master

In short (because this is already way too long), I became the most rigid person in the project. Like insisting on sharing the training data only on our own secure shared drive, which they didn't have access to yet. Or tracking down every single bug in the program and making weekly reports on those, which bogged down progress. Or asking for things to be done but without pointing at anyone in particular, so that no one actually did the thing. You know, classic manager incompetence. Except I couldn't be faulted, because after all, I was just "really serious about the security aspect of this project. And you don't want the state to learn that we've mishandled the data security of the project, do you, Jeff?"

A thousand little jabs like this, to slow down and delay the project.

At the end of it, after a full year on this project, we had.... a neural network full of false positives and a semi-working visualizer.

They said the project needed to be wrapped up in the next three months.

I said "damn, good luck with that! By the way my contract is up next month and I'm not renewing."

Last I heard, that city still doesn't have anything installed on their CCTV.

tl;dr: I used corporate sabotage to prevent automated surveillance to be implemented in a city--

hey hold on

wait

what

HEY ACTUALLY I DID SOME EXTRA RESEARCH TO SEE IF PHILLIP MORRIS TRIED THIS SHIT WITH ANOTHER COMPANY SINCE THEN AND WHAT THE FUCK

HUH??????

well what the fuck was all that even about then if they already own most of the black market???

[bioethicists]

hm i really hope that someone has said this better than me but the betterhelp ads (specifically the video ones, as the podcast ones tend to be less scripted) are such poignant examples of alienation + the role of 'go to therapy' in perpetuating that alienation. keep in mind that, if you personally found a therapist who is genuinely healing for you + that therapist happens to be through betterhelp- i'm genuinely happy for you + that experience does not invalidate anything i have to say below! (but jsyk they're trying to sell your shit to facebook lol)

starting strong w/ the fact that betterhelp is essentially the uber of therapy (aka using an independent contractor model which is harmful + predatory towards its providers), rushing in to fill the market on largely uninsured and/or uninformed ppl who want the ease of a concierge system without the cost + lacks a meaningful supervision system (which led to one gay man being recommended a conversion therapist when he asked for someone to help with his identity struggles, btw!). smarter people than me have written about the ways in which these trendy independent contractor apps strip people of labor rights, fail to provide adequate wages, + in the case of healthcare apps, increase digital surveillance + decrease accountability demanded from providers while exploiting the failure of the US healthcare system in order to churn a profit w/o actually creating sustainable, equitable change.

the betterhelp video ads all circle around a theme- a millennial starts talking about some form of emotional pain or worry, usually relatively standard existential worries ("do you ever think nothing has meaning?") or life worries ("i hate my job" "i think i'm gay"). their friends or the ppl around them respond blankly + coldly, looking at them like they're crazy. while i understand these ads are supposed to be tongue in cheek, they demonstrate the crushing reality of our alienation from one another- the solution to your friends responding to your evident pain with confusion + apathy is to confine that pain to a therapy session! nobody wants to hear your struggles or understands them- come generate profits for us by facetiming a newly graduated 24 year old who can barely make rent!

this theme fits well with what already put me off about betterhelp's marketing- their goal has never been to provide access to therapy for those who want it or to altruistically fill in some healthcare gap. their goal, bolstered by the rise in emotional suffering following, you know, the worldwide pandemic, is to generate + increase demand for therapy as a commodity. their earlier podcast ads focused on convincing others that therapy "isn't just for crazy ppl" + "everyone should be in therapy". regardless of if you personally agree with that statement, it should be evident that this is a blatant marketing tactic in which therapy is a commodity to be peddled, not an offer of support or healing. in fact, they're probably actively shying away from treating "crazy people", bcuz their flimsy support systems could not possibly handle an influx of ppl regularly in crisis or experiencing breaks with a common reality. their target audience is your average millennial under late capitalism + post COVID - anxious, lonely, vaguely depressed, unhappy with their jobs, worried + hopeless about their futures.

i'm not here to tell anyone not to get therapy. that's a personal decision + is none of my fucking business. it's about questioning the total alienation we feel from one another, such that pouring our heart our unexpectedly to a friend + being met with a blank stare is framed as "haha you need therapy" + not "it's crushing that this is how distant we are from one another". it's about a company noticing that (unfortunately very real) distance + fear of vulnerability + using that to direct our emotions into the confines of a business transaction under abusive labor conditions. it's about a world in which we are not engaging with one another emotionally (despite, or i guess bcuz of: widespread suffering, recent mass death, class warfare/untenable working conditions, increased pressure of fascist politics, generational trauma + abuse, etc etc). commodifying therapy isn't going to make that loneliness go away- it's going to normalize it.

[omegaphilosophia]

The Social Consequences of Marketing

Marketing, while essential for businesses and economies, has also been criticized for causing harm to society in various ways. Here are some significant ways in which marketing has negatively impacted society:

1. Promotion of Consumerism

Excessive consumption: Marketing often encourages the idea that happiness and success are linked to material goods, promoting a culture of consumerism. This has led to excessive consumption, debt, and environmental damage, as people are driven to buy more than they need.

Planned obsolescence: Companies sometimes design products with limited lifespans, encouraging consumers to buy new versions frequently. This practice contributes to waste, depletion of resources, and increased consumer spending.

2. Exploitation of Insecurities

Body image and self-esteem: Advertising in industries like fashion, beauty, and fitness often exploits people's insecurities by promoting unrealistic beauty standards. This can lead to mental health issues such as low self-esteem, anxiety, body dysmorphia, and even eating disorders.

Fear-based marketing: Some marketing strategies use fear to sell products, such as insurance, security systems, or health products, by making consumers feel unsafe or inadequate without them.

3. Targeting Vulnerable Populations

Children: Marketing often targets children, who are particularly susceptible to persuasive messages. This leads to the commercialization of childhood, with kids exposed to unhealthy food, consumerist values, and a materialistic mindset from an early age.

Low-income groups: Companies sometimes market harmful products, such as payday loans or unhealthy foods, more aggressively to low-income populations, exacerbating financial hardship or health problems.

4. Perpetuation of Stereotypes and Social Divides

Gender roles: Marketing often reinforces gender stereotypes, portraying women as caregivers or men as breadwinners, thereby perpetuating outdated norms that limit gender equality and diversity.

Cultural appropriation and tokenism: Some brands use cultural symbols or minority groups in marketing campaigns without understanding their significance, which can lead to cultural appropriation and tokenism, alienating and misrepresenting marginalized communities.

5. Environmental Damage

Overemphasis on fast fashion and disposable goods: Marketing has contributed to the rise of fast fashion and a throwaway culture, promoting short-term use of cheap, disposable products. This has serious environmental consequences, including pollution, resource depletion, and the generation of vast amounts of waste.

Greenwashing: Some companies falsely market products as "environmentally friendly" or "sustainable" in an attempt to capitalize on consumers' eco-consciousness, misleading the public and delaying genuine action on environmental issues.

6. Manipulation and Misinformation

False advertising: Companies sometimes make exaggerated or false claims about their products, misleading consumers and creating false expectations. This can be particularly harmful when it comes to health products, pharmaceuticals, or weight-loss treatments.

Addictive design: Marketing techniques are increasingly used to promote addictive behaviors, particularly in the context of social media, video games, or gambling. Companies manipulate users through behavioral nudges and psychological triggers that keep them hooked.

7. Invasion of Privacy

Data mining and surveillance: With the rise of digital marketing, companies have gained unprecedented access to consumers’ personal data. Many firms engage in data mining and targeted advertising based on individuals' online behavior, often without full transparency or consent, leading to concerns about privacy and data security.

Personalization and manipulation: Highly personalized marketing can lead to manipulation, as companies can target individuals with ads tailored to their specific vulnerabilities, making it harder for consumers to make objective decisions.

8. Promotion of Unhealthy Lifestyles

Junk food advertising: Aggressive marketing of unhealthy foods, particularly to children, has been linked to rising rates of obesity, diabetes, and other diet-related diseases.

Alcohol and tobacco marketing: Despite restrictions in some countries, marketing of alcohol, tobacco, and vaping products continues to glamorize these potentially harmful substances, leading to addiction and public health crises.

9. Contributing to Financial Instability

Credit and debt marketing: Marketing of credit cards, loans, and other financial products often promotes spending beyond one's means, contributing to personal debt and financial instability. Predatory lending practices, such as payday loans, are frequently marketed to those already in financial difficulty.

10. Reduction of Authenticity and Creativity

Commercialization of art and culture: Marketing can sometimes reduce art, culture, and creativity to mere products to be sold, stripping them of their authenticity. This can lead to the commodification of creative expression and a focus on profit over substance.

Trend exploitation: By constantly pushing new trends, marketing fosters a culture of superficiality and short-term thinking, where value is placed on what is fashionable or trending rather than what is meaningful or lasting.

While marketing plays a critical role in the economy by connecting consumers with products, it also has significant social, psychological, and environmental consequences. From promoting overconsumption and exploiting insecurities to targeting vulnerable groups and contributing to environmental degradation, marketing practices have often prioritized profit over societal well-being. Reforming marketing to be more ethical and socially responsible is essential for creating a healthier, more sustainable society.

[mostlysignssomeportents]

This day in history

I'll be in TUCSON, AZ from November 8-10: I'm the GUEST OF HONOR at the TUSCON SCIENCE FICTION CONVENTION.

#20yrsago Disney sued by “inventor” of FastPass system https://web.archive.org/web/20041101023537/http://www.patentlyobviousblog.com/2004/10/patent_suit_all.html

#15yrsago Mickey Mouse comics drawn by concentration camp prisoner https://web.archive.org/web/20091103172853/http://www.scribd.com/doc/21860527/Horst-Rosenthal-Mickey-Mouse-in-Gurs

#15yrsago UK ISP TalkTalk threatens lawsuit over 3-strikes disconnection proposal https://www.theguardian.com/media/2009/oct/29/talktalk-threatens-legal-action-mandelson

#15yrsago My Times editorial on British plan to cut relatives of accused infringers off from the net https://www.thetimes.com/article/denying-physics-wont-save-the-video-stars-wf52wrrs2r0

#10yrsago The rise and fall of American Hallowe’en costumes https://www.npr.org/sections/money/2014/10/27/359324848/witches-vampires-and-pirates-5-years-of-americas-most-popular-costumes

#10yrsago Profile of MITSFS, MIT’s 65-year-old science fiction club https://web.archive.org/web/20141023191938/http://www.technologyreview.com/article/531401/60000-books-and-a-few-toy-bananas/

#10yrsago Malware authors use Gmail drafts as dead-drops to talk to bots https://www.wired.com/2014/10/hackers-using-gmail-drafts-update-malware-steal-data/

#10yrsago Verizon’s new big budget tech-news site prohibits reporting on NSA spying or net neutrality https://www.dailydot.com/debug/verizon-sugarstring-us-surveillance-net-neutrality/

#10yrsago Every artist’s “how I made it” talk, ever https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l_F9jxsfGCw

#10yrago The Terrible Sea Lion: a social media parable https://wondermark.com/c/1062

#10yrsago Opsec, Snowden style https://web.archive.org/web/20141028183511/https://firstlook.org/theintercept/2014/10/28/smuggling-snowden-secrets/

#5yrsago Elizabeth Warren proposes a 4-year ban on government officials going to work for “market dominant” companies https://medium.com/@teamwarren/breaking-the-political-influence-of-market-dominant-companies-8ff27e99ada0

#5yrsago Behind the scenes, “plain” text editing is unbelievably complex and weird https://lord.io/text-editing-hates-you-too/

#5yrsago Despite denials, it’s clear that Google’s new top national security hire was instrumental to Trump’s #KidsInCages policy https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/ryanmac/miles-taylor-family-separation-dhs-despite-google-denial

#5yrsago 70% of millennials would vote for a socialist https://victimsofcommunism.org/annual-poll/2019-annual-poll/

#5yrsago Davos in the Desert is back, and banks and hedge fund managers are flocking to Mister Bone-Saw’s side https://www.bbc.com/news/business-50219035

#5yrsago Podcast of Affordances: a new science fiction story that climbs the terrible technology adoption curve https://ia903108.us.archive.org/3/items/Cory_Doctorow_Podcast_314/Cory_Doctorow_Podcast_314_-Affordances.mp3

#5yrago Kindness and Wonder: Mr Rogers biography is a study in empathy and a deep, genuine love for children https://memex.craphound.com/2019/10/29/kindness-and-wonder-mr-rogers-biography-is-a-study-in-empathy-and-a-deep-genuine-love-for-children/

Tor Books as just published two new, free LITTLE BROTHER stories: VIGILANT, about creepy surveillance in distance education; and SPILL, about oil pipelines and indigenous landback.

[48787]

Duke Issue #1 is pretty good, but I keep looking at this panel of Destro:

and thinking: "What kind of sick gamer rig is this??" He's looking at his surveillance screen, connected to his hidden camera system, that also shows all the relevant information on not only on the person being shown by the cameras, but also their direct acquaintances if it's relevant to any schemes, even if they just met that person a couple days ago. His chair is a massive fucking throne, facing what seems to be a long ass pit of water (That's at least what my wife tells me it is), that's flanked on either side by fire trails. He's like, what, 5 feet from his screen?? Does he have a keyboard? No! He probably has like an inverted power glove in his metal gauntlets that he types with, he probably uses eye tracking as well. But like... How did he get his architect to agree to this?? D: "Yeah I need a big computer to run market analytics and conspiracy plotting on" A: "Yeah, sure thing Mr. Destro. Do you have a particular aesthetic in mind? I know you like the whole metal motif." D: "Actually, I saw this really cool DIY video about watercooling your PC with a pond and I wanted to go for that." A: "Okay..? Did you want this room to be outside, I thought you wanted it--" D: "On the 12th floor, yes, but I was thinking about an indoor pond! And it'd be in front of the throne and I could sit all menacing with my screen across the way." A: "How are you going to read the text?" D: "Oh, well, with accessibility tools, I can probably zoom in on text if I need to, plus my eyes are telescoping if I need them to be, had that installed just for this rig!" A: "O-Okay, and... What if you fall in?" D: "What? I won't? Otherwise I'd get eaten by the piranhas??" A: "Piranhas?!" D: "Also I want the sides to shoot flames." It's only after I've wrote all this shit that I realized the panel showing the screen:

is definitely just the red panels in the right side of the background that I initially thought were windows LMAO It even has the divider in the middle This office room is probably LITERALLY UNDERGROUND What he's actually looking at, who knows, but in my heart of hearts Gamer Destro is real

[esconpanache]

How Escon Works with Architecture

Escon Infra Realtor, a leading real estate company established by Mr. Neeraj Sharma, is renowned for its commitment to quality, innovation, and timely delivery of projects. The company's architectural approach is central to its success, creating luxurious and modern living spaces that meet the diverse needs of homeowners. Here's a closer look at how Escon works with architecture to deliver exceptional residential and commercial properties.

 1. Vision and Commitment

Innovative Design Philosophy

Escon Infra Realtor's vision is to not only be the most successful real estate brand but also the preferred partner for homebuyers. This vision drives the company to adopt innovative design philosophies that blend modernity with functionality. The architectural designs of Escon's projects are crafted to provide luxurious living experiences while ensuring practicality and comfort.

Quality and Modernity

Escon highly focuses on quality and modernity. Every project is meticulously planned and executed with the highest standards of construction. The use of premium materials and advanced construction techniques ensures that Escon's properties stand out in the market.

 2. Luxurious Villas and Smart Homes

Escon Panache: A Case Study

One of Escon's flagship projects, Escon Panache, exemplifies the company's architectural excellence. This newly launched ultra-luxurious residential property offers 4 BHK Villas in Greater Noida. These villas are designed to provide a lavish lifestyle with a focus on open space environments, ensuring a secure and serene living experience.

Smart Home Systems

Escon Panache incorporates state-of-the-art smart home systems. These include integrated automation, security systems, smart lighting, and voice assistants. These features enhance comfort, convenience, and security for residents, setting a new standard for luxury living.

 3. Comprehensive Amenities

Community and Lifestyle Features

Escon's architectural designs emphasize not only individual living spaces but also community and lifestyle features. The projects include amenities such as:

- Gated societies with secured entry and exit points.

- Central green spaces with landscaping.

- Modern clubhouses with swimming pools, gyms, yoga rooms, and party halls.

- Well-lit internal roads with a mix of solar-based lighting for sustainability.

Private Gardens and Pools

The villas come with private gardens and terrace gardens, allowing residents to bring nature home. Private pools and sundecks are also integrated into the villa designs, promoting a healthy and active lifestyle.

4. Sustainability and Safety

Eco-Friendly Construction

Escon prioritizes sustainability in its architectural designs. The projects incorporate zero overhead visible cables, ensuring a clean and organized appearance. Energy-efficient lighting and water management systems are also a part of the design, reducing the environmental footprint.

Safety and Security

High-tech security systems are a hallmark of Escon's projects. These include 24x7 surveillance, video door phones with electronic locks, and boom barriers to control unauthorized entry and exit. The use of earthquake-resistant RCC framed construction ensures that the buildings are safe and durable.

 5. High-Quality Materials and Workmanship

Superior Construction Materials

Escon's commitment to quality is evident in the choice of construction materials. The villas feature water and termite-proof WPC frames, high-quality tiles and flooring from renowned brands, and premium woodwork and joinery. The use of advanced plumbing systems and modular kitchens further enhances the living experience.

Attention to Detail

Every aspect of the construction is executed with precision. From the main entry door with biometric locks to the finely crafted wardrobes and modular kitchens, the attention to detail ensures that every element of the villa is of the highest standard.

 6. Strategic Location and Connectivity

Prime Locations

Escon's projects are strategically located to offer the best connectivity and convenience. For instance, Escon Panache in Greater Noida is close to major expressways, schools, hospitals, and the Noida International Airport. This prime location ensures residents have easy access to essential services and facilities.

Future-Proof Investments

By choosing prime locations, Escon ensures that its properties are not only desirable for current residents but also hold their value and appeal for future buyers. This strategic approach makes investing in Escon properties a sound financial decision.

Escon Infra Realtor's collaboration with architecture results in the creation of luxurious, modern, and sustainable living spaces. The company's commitment to quality, innovative design, and attention to detail ensures that each project meets the highest standards. Whether it's the incorporation of smart home systems, eco-friendly construction, or strategic location choices, Escon's architectural approach sets it apart as a leader in the real estate industry. Investing in an Escon property means investing in a lifestyle of luxury, comfort, and security.

Contact us to know more about the project and how it can help you to get your perfect home.

Visit:- https://esconpanache.com/

Ref:-https://esconpanachevilla.blogspot.com/2024/06/how-escon-works-with-architecture.html

Location: Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

[cubeghost]

While Palestine Action US is targeting Elbit systems to protest the ongoing genocide in Palestine, Elbit’s tools of occupation are also being deployed in the US. As Antony Loewenstein documents in his book, The Palestine Laboratory, Israeli defense contractors test their wares on Palestinians and then export their tools of surveillance and warfare around the world. Loewenstein highlights the connection between so-called border security in the US and the oppression of Palestinians, writing, “Israeli technology was sold as the solution to unwanted populations at the US–Mexico border where the Israeli company Elbit was a major player in repelling migrants.” In her book Border and Rule: Global Migration, Capitalism, and the Rise of Racist Nationalism, Harsha Walia describes how US Customs Enforcement officials impose the violence of bordering on Tohono O’odham lands, along the US Southern border. Walia wrote, “US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has contracted Israel’s largest private arms company, Elbit Systems, to construct ten surveillance towers, making Tohono O’odham one of the most militarized communities in the US.”  In 2017, members of the Tohono O’odham Hemajkam Rights Network (TOHRN), went to Palestine on a visit organized by the Palestinian group Stop the Wall. TOHRN member Amy Jaun told Antony Loewenstein that it was a relief to talk “with people who understand our fears … who are dealing with militarization and technology.” In 2022, after years of resistance from Tohono O’odham organizers, the construction of the contested surveillance towers was completed. As Will Parrish reported in The Intercept in 2019, each tower is outfitted with thermal sensors, high-definition cameras with night vision, and ground-sweeping radar. As Parrish noted, “The system will store an archive with the ability to rewind and track individuals’ movements across time — an ability known as ‘wide-area persistent surveillance.’” The  Tohono O’odham’s struggle against the construction of Elbit’s towers is just one example of how the company is exporting Israel’s tools of bordering and occupation. In The Palestine Laboratory, Loewenstein describes an event at the Paris Air Show in 2009, where Elbit screened drone footage for “an elite audience of global buyers.” The footage showcased the assassination of a Palestinian. A subsequent investigation by Andrew Feinstein, a global expert on the arms industry, who observed the sales video pitch in Paris, revealed that innocent Palestinians, including women and children, were killed during the drone attack that Elbit showcased at the Paris Air Show. Feinstein told Loewenstein, “This was my introduction to the Israeli arms industry and the way it markets itself. No other arms-producing country would dare show actual footage like that.” As evidenced by the construction of surveillance towers in Tohono O’odham lands, Elbit’s work extends beyond the bounds of war, but the lines between war-making, surveillance and what governments call “security” are murky, at best. When tools of war and subjugation are tested on a captive population, and marketed on the basis of how effectively those people are killed, how do we expect those tools to be deployed globally? 

[homeworldalanya]

Project information:

Are you looking for a seaside house to move to with your family?

Do you need a quiet area with developed infrastructure and a beautiful sandy beach? You must come to Alanya Avsallar area!

We would like to introduce you to our new project Exquisite Residence, which will be surrounded by a pine forest in one of the most colorful corners of the Mediterranean coast - Avsallar.

Location:

Avsallar area is a dynamically developing area of Alanya and aims to take third place for developed infrastructure after Alanya center and Mahmutlar.

In the Avsallar area there is all the necessary infrastructure for a comfortable life: a beautiful beach, markets, supermarkets, restaurants, kindergartens and schools. The Avsallar region can certainly be described as a family area!

The Exquisite Residence project is located 1000 m from the center of Avsallar. The distance from the building to Antalya Airport is 100 km, to Gazipasa Airport 68 km, to Incekum Natural Park 1300 m, to the beach 1200 m, to the famous Incekum beach with blue flag 2400 m, and to Alanya 24 km. All necessary facilities such as hospital, cafes, shops, bank, school, market where you can always find the freshest seasonal products, etc. are within walking distance. Characterized by fine sand, gentle access to the water and a cozy atmosphere, Avsallar beaches have been awarded the international award for compliance with strict water quality, safety and environmental standards.

Then take your place now with prices starting from £ 110,000

General characteristics:

The area of the Exquisite Residence is 770 m2. The project consists of a six-storey block. The total number of apartments is 15. These include:

12 apartments with 2 rooms, gross 57 m2, net 45 m2 with a bedroom with a French balcony, living room with open kitchen and balcony, 1 shower and toilet

3 maisonette apartments, gross 121 m², net 98 m² On the 1st floor there is a living room with balcony, a separate kitchen with a French balcony, 1 shower and toilet, on the 2nd floor there are 2 bedrooms with 2 terraces and 1 shower and toilet.

Infrastructure:

The entire infrastructure of the Exquisite Residence project has been developed and designed to provide the residents of the complex with a respectable standard of living. For this purpose, the complex offers: outdoor pool with children's area, playground, parking lot, sauna, fitness room, barbecue area and lounge area.

Technical data:

Technical features that will increase your comfort and entertainment on the premises of the complex:

Building:

Satellite TV system • Generator • Hydrophore • Reserve water tanks • Elevator • Soundproofing

Apartment:

Suspended ceiling • Spots • Wall covering • Wipe-clean wall paint • Flooring – ceramic tiles • Kitchen set • Complete bathroom with cabinets • Allocated space for installing air conditioners • Balcony and PVC windows with double glazing • Decorative balcony railings • Space for installing automatic blinds on windows

Security:

The details that will make you feel safe in the Exquisite Residence are • The construction of the complex is carried out in accordance with the new requirements for earthquake safety of buildings • Camera surveillance • Steel doors • Intercom with video system • Fire cabinets

Payment:

30% deposit;

10% when signing the contract, 20% within one month after signing the contract and then with installment payments without interest until January 15, 2025 Installment options: Either monthly payments or quarterly payments if desired.

If you pay in cash, a discount of 5 % will be granted and the official title deed will be issued immediately by the land registry office.

Start of building: 15.10. 2023

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[mac-n-cheese-flavored-arson]

technology could've been so beautiful if not for capitalism and fascism

drones could be used between neighbors to give each other bread or fresh picked strawberries, drones could be used by disabled people to participate in everyday aspects of life that might not otherwise be accessible, drones could be used to take beautiful pictures and videos of concerts and fireworks and sunsets, drones could be used to take your pets on walks when you aren't able to (like attaching a leash to the drone), drones could be used to look for people trapped in disaster situations, they have so many beautiful and practical uses that could enrich our lives and communities but they're used to like, spy on us and drop Amazon packages and bomb innocent families in the middle east

smart home systems that are voice controlled by alexas and siris and google home could let some disabled people live independently, and they could let kids have more freedom with more safety, and they could let pets have more safety, and when you have a group of friends over we could use them to all pick music or play trivia or bake together, but they're also just used to spy on us and then market back our private lives and our private joy in the form of overpriced products

robot dogs could help people with loneliness, and robot dogs could work as service dogs for some disabilities and some people who need them (sometimes even in ways that actual service dogs can't! like real time verbal visual descriptions for blind people based on live video feed! imagine the accessibility possibilities), and robot dogs could be used to provide on the ground mutual aid by delivering safe use supplies and food and hygiene products to people who need them when there aren't enough volunteers or when people are too traumatized to trust others offering mutual aid (or literally even just people who want mutual aid but don't want a bunch of fucking strangers in their business and space), and robot dogs could help us garden and clean our yards and pick up trash on highways, they could be used in so many ways as little assistants to our lives to give us more time for joy but instead every prototype is marketed to help police further victimize and abuse and traumatize people or to provide state surveillance

and this goes on forever, technology and automation have so much potential to both enrich our lives and make them easier and more accessible, they were created so we could have more time for our friends and families and hobbies and joy, they weren't created so that we would have more time for work so we could have enough money to be sold more things we don't need, they weren't created to invade our privacy, they weren't created to separate us, they weren't created to be tools of oppression and I'm not going to live long enough to see just how beautiful technology could be if the world weren't so fucked up

[aito-mation]

r we ready to talk abt yet how white ppl’s obsession w kpop is just an extension of the current western obsession w youth n beauty but w the added racist element of exploiting young asian performers ?? like u can pretend its just the music all u want but those kpop idols r recruited before they hit puberty n trained relentlessly to perform nonstop-often in sensual/sexual ways-until they retire before they turn 30 n a bunch of white americans r praising that system bc young korean girls r attractive to them. n thats the only reason cuz look at kpop posts. heavily edited gifsets of 18yo girls w flawless skin n hair wearing makeup n outfits chosen by a team for maximum marketability. twitter users thinking 23yos dont have wrinkles. looping two second gifs of a lackluster booty pop in their 20min dance number from their latest world tour. y was loona performing in the US last year when theres a widely known poorly handled pandemic ravaging the nation ? y is it cute that kpop boy groups r constantly shipped from set to set doing stupid q&as for 6 10min youtube videos per channel n their entire lives r surveilled n sold ?? for the Hastag Brand.

[galetech]

Top Wholesale Surveillance CCTV Camera Brands in India

In India, the demand for surveillance CCTV cameras has been steadily increasing due to the growing awareness of security needs in both residential and commercial settings. With numerous brands competing in the market, let's explore some of the top wholesale surveillance CCTV camera brands in India:

Hikvision: Hikvision is one of the most well-known and trusted brands in the surveillance industry. They offer a wide range of CCTV cameras, including IP cameras, dome cameras, bullet cameras, and PTZ cameras. Hikvision is known for its high-quality products, advanced features, and reliable performance, making them a popular choice for wholesale purchases.

Dahua Technology: Dahua is another prominent player in the Indian surveillance market. They are recognized for their innovative solutions, such as AI-powered cameras, thermal cameras, and advanced video analytics. Dahua's products cater to various industry needs, making them a preferred option for wholesalers and system integrators.

CP Plus: CP Plus is an Indian brand that has gained significant popularity in the surveillance domain. They offer a wide range of cameras, including HD cameras, IP cameras, and wireless cameras, along with DVRs and NVRs. CP Plus focuses on affordability without compromising on quality, which has contributed to its success in the wholesale market.

Bosch Security Systems: Bosch is a global player with a strong presence in the Indian market. Their surveillance cameras are known for their durability, advanced technology, and seamless integration with other security systems. Bosch caters to various applications, from small businesses to large enterprises.

Evoke Hi Tech: Evoke Hi Tech is a renowned brand in the electronics industry and has a significant share in the surveillance camera market. They provide high-resolution cameras, low-light cameras, and advanced PTZ cameras suitable for various surveillance needs. Evoke Hi Tech's cameras are preferred for their image quality and reliability.

Samsung: Samsung, a well-known consumer electronics brand, also offers a range of surveillance cameras in India. Their cameras come equipped with advanced features like digital image stabilization, thermal imaging, and smart analytics, making them an attractive choice for wholesale buyers.

Honeywell: Honeywell is a global conglomerate with a strong presence in the security and surveillance sector. They offer a diverse range of CCTV cameras, including dome cameras, bullet cameras, and panoramic cameras. Honeywell's cameras are known for their rugged design and cutting-edge technology.

These brands have earned their reputation in the Indian market by consistently delivering high-quality, reliable surveillance solutions. When purchasing wholesale CCTV cameras, it's essential to consider factors like camera type, resolution, lens options, and additional features to ensure they meet specific security requirements.