50 Things That Made the Modern Economy - CCTV

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Surveillance cameras were invented so Nazi scientists could observe rocket launches from a safe distance. They've come a long way since then, and are gathering more data about us than ever before. But in a world where millions happily carry smartphones in our pockets, how do we really feel about being watched?

Published on Monday, 30th December 2019.

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