# 100,000 Men on Segways Security Guards at China Olympics By Alex Covert | Published 2008-07-19 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/put-your-hands-up-weve-got-you-surrounded References: [bookofjoe](http://www.bookofjoe.com/2008/07/starship-troope.html) The upcoming Olympics in China have and will produce a lot of headlines. China has already been noted for their specially-made [Bird's nest arena](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kunshan-olympic-sports-centre) in Beijing, the largest fireworks display in the world, a controversial logo... and now, a [100,000-man security force](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/public-safety-initiative). Included in this army are the members of the Jinan Special Weapons and Tactics team. Their preferred method of transportation? The ever nerdy [Segway](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/segway-xafari), only with an all black makeover and automatic weapons. Ironic when you stop to think about the peace and good will in which the Olympics is supposed to represent. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Segway-based Security:** The use of Segways for security purposes can lead to the development of better and more efficient security systems. - **Automated Weapons:** Automatic weapons can be incorporated into other forms of wearable technology, enhancing security options and increasing response time. - **Innovation in Event Security:** Creative approaches to security such as the use of Segways and automated weapons can inspire further innovation in event security. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Security Services:** Companies providing security services can take advantage of incorporating innovative technology, such as Segways and automated weapons, into their product offerings. - **Wearable Technology:** Wearable technology companies could explore ways to integrate automatic weapons into their products to increase safety and security for users. - **Event Planning:** Incorporating innovative security systems into event planning processes can become a key differentiator in the industry, making events safer and more enjoyable for attendees. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Carbon-Neutral Olympic Outfits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/official-outfit-for-team-china.md) - [Connected Armored Power Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/segway-cube-1000.md) - [Urban Pursuit Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cfmoto-300-gt.md) - [Dragon-Themed Drone Light Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/legend-of-the-dragon-gate.md) - [Olympic-Themed Electric Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dab-motors.md) - [Terrain-Combating Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-xyber.md) - [Speedily Sprinting Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-escooter.md) - [Guarding Humanoid Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evoguard.md) - [High-Performance Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zt3-pro.md)