Surveillance is becoming a defining feature of modern cities, but the level of monitoring varies from one urban center to the next. By analyzing the data, we can understand where camera density and public surveillance are highest today.
Governments across the world are expanding surveillance for security and smart city initiatives. While many argue that these systems are essential for preventing crime and managing traffic, others worry about the impact on personal privacy.
This gallery ranks global cities by the number of CCTV cameras per 1,000 people and the total number of devices. Want to know which cities are under heavy surveillance? Click to find out.