Everything Everywhere Daily · Friday, August 7, 2026
Modern society functions as a 'modern day Panopticon' with pervasive security cameras in public and private spaces, such as Seoul having 24 cameras per 1,000 people. This constant visibility, like in stores showing live camera feeds, aims to discourage crime by suggesting the high likelihood of being caught, similar to the original goal of public punishment.
“In many ways, our society has become a modern day Panopticon.”
“The city of Seoul has 24 security cameras per 1,000 people.”
“The goal is to suggest that you are in fact being watched.”
“And today, it's simply trying to show people the high odds of getting caught.”