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Aim: The article aims to explore the concept of the surveillance society primarily through the example of China, as well as to analyze its global impacts in terms of social control and technological development.
Methodology: The authors discuss the technological conditions and human factors related to effective video surveillance, drawing insights from various research studies and standards.
Findings: The research finds that China’s surveillance system not only strengthens internal political control but also influences global trends due to technology exports and the spread of digital authoritarianism.
Value: The article contributes to the understanding of surveillance policies and highlights the global impacts generated by technological advancements and political decisions. It provides an important foundation for future research and political discourse.
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