Public Sentiment on Security Cameras

M. Fahad Khalid, Usman Muhammad, R. Saugmann Andersen, Mourad Oussalah

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Abstract

The use of video surveillance in public spaces has increased rapidly, extending to residential areas and even nonmetropolitan regions. However, there is limited research on public attitudes toward CCTV, and few studies have focused on how these attitudes have changed over the years. This study examines public sentiment toward surveillance cameras from 2000 to 2020 using data from Suomi24, Finland’s largest forum. We begin by formulating a set of pertinent hypotheses and then employ the advanced Snowflake-artic-embedding model to validate these hypotheses. Simultaneously, exploratory data analysis is conducted on the collected dataset to understand trends, thematic distribution, the impact of the GDPR introduction, the effects of Snowden’s revelations, and the overall sentiment polarity. The analysis revealed key shifts in sentiment, particularly during global events like the Snowden revelations and the introduction of the GDPR. Moreover, the findings highlight a complex balance between privacy, security, and surveillance, providing insights for policymakers and technology developers aiming to navigate public concerns around surveillance practices.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings - 2024 IEEE International Conference on Big Data, BigData 2024
PublisherIEEE
Pages2973-2982
ISBN (Electronic)979-8-3503-6248-0
ISBN (Print)979-8-3503-6249-7
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2024
Publication typeA4 Article in conference proceedings
EventIEEE International Conference on Big Data - Washington, DC, United States
Duration: 15 Dec 202418 Dec 2024

Publication series

NameIEEE International Conference on Big Data
ISSN (Print)2639-1589
ISSN (Electronic)2573-2978

Conference

ConferenceIEEE International Conference on Big Data
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityWashington, DC
Period15/12/2418/12/24

Publication forum classification

  • Publication forum level 1

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