Cameras in Istanbul Taxis Causing Concerns
Cameras are being put in taxis in Turkey's largest city, Istanbul.
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Turkish officials say the cameras will provide curity for taxi drivers and their pasngers. But some people fear the devices are part of a government effort to expand surveillance and control over the population.
They note that more than 60,000 Turkish citizens have been detained since the failure of an attempt to overthrow the government last year. In addition, nearly 200,000 people have been dismisd from their jobs over this period.
孩子的英文Recently, people in Turkey have been hearing announcements advertising the arrival of Istanbul’s new taxis, called Itaxis. The ads say the taxis are equipped with global positioning system equipment to help drivers find the quickest way, at the lowest cost. The vehicles will also have equipment so that riders can pay with credit cards.
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广西好玩的地方>哀子However, the Itaxis have one object that is a subject of debate: a large digital camera that is
clearly visible. What is unclear is whether it records sound as well as images. It is also unclear where the images go.
One driver who spoke to VOA is happy with the device, although he says he does not know who is watching.
"The new system is what is needed. I was attacked by a customer. If this system had been active, I would have been saved right away or the attacker wouldn't have dared to attack.”赵王城遗址公园
However, a growing n of concern is creeping into Turkish society becau of surveillance activities. With the campaign against government critics, any new development involving surveillance technology ems likely to be watched with suspicion.
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