Singapore has begun testing robots to patrol public places to prevent crime and curb inappropriate behavior. This is another initiative to expand an already powerful portfolio of public order monitoring tools.
Singapore, ranked as one of the safest countries in the world, is testing two autonomous robots to detect inappropriate social behavior, including neglect of COVID-19 countermeasures, smoking in prohibited areas, violating parking rules, and more. The two Xavier patrol robots are reportedly equipped with cameras that can detect unwanted behavior and alert law enforcement in real time.
The robots are being tested in a busy pedestrian area in central Singapore. Authorities say Xavier is committed to educating the public about the rules of conduct. The data they receive will not be used by law enforcement authorities during legal proceedings.
The deployment of Xavier will simplify the work of civil servants, as well as reduce the number of people required for foot patrols and increase the effectiveness of law enforcement. Singapore's Home Secretary said in August that the state intends to install more than 200,000 police cameras by 2030, more than double the current number.
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