New York City has rolled out robotic patrol dogs equipped with cameras and sensors in select subway stations as part of a public safety pilot. The move, announced by Mayor Eric Adams, aims to deter crimes and aid in crowd management.
While some commuters welcomed the tech, others raised concerns over surveillance, cost, and potential racial profiling. Civil liberties groups have demanded transparency in data use and AI oversight.
This kind of tech testing is being followed closely in cities like London, Tokyo, and even Mumbai, where urban transport safety remains a priority.