Surveillance Technologies Misused in Wildlife Monitoring
November 25, 2024 - 14:10
Remotely operated camera traps, sound recorders, and drones are increasingly being employed in conservation science to monitor wildlife and natural habitats. However, concerns have arisen regarding the potential misuse of these technologies to intimidate and spy on women in protected natural areas. The dual-use nature of such tools highlights the need for ethical guidelines and oversight in their application to ensure they serve conservation goals without infringing on personal privacy and safety.
MORE NEWS
August 28, 2026 - 18:28
CharterUP’s Armir Harris on Technology, AI, and the Future of Group MobilityIn a recent episode of the METROspectives podcast, CharterUP founder and CEO Armir Harris sat down to discuss how his company has shifted from a simple online charter bus marketplace into a...
August 28, 2026 - 04:01
Spring Hill first responders train with new emergency management technologyFirst responders in Spring Hill are stepping up their game when it comes to handling large-scale emergencies. The latest focus is on mastering a new digital platform known as the Tactical Assault...
August 27, 2026 - 17:57
First in Utah: Intermountain Health Brings Innovative MRI Technology to Intermountain Medical Center to Enhance Care for Cancer and Heart PatientsThe big difference is speed. The system can capture high-quality images in a fraction of the time traditional MRIs take. That matters for patients who struggle to stay still or hold their breath...
August 27, 2026 - 04:31
Spire wins $28 Million NOAA contract to advance hyperspectral microwave sounding technologySpire Global has secured a $28 million contract with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to keep developing its hyperspectral microwave sounding technology. The deal, announced this...