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Crime-Fighting Sunnies

Brazilian Cops Get Robocop-Style Sunglasses for World Cup 2014

— April 19, 2011 — Unique
Police and soldiers in Brazil are preparing to keep the peace at the 2014 World Cup using "Robocop-style" sunglasses. The "Robocop-style" sunglasses are designed to aid police and soldiers in spotting criminals and possible troublemakers, who might be mingling amongst the sure-to-be massive crowds.

Brazil is a soccer-crazy country, but it is also a dangerous country that has its fair-share of gangsters and drug dealers. The "Robocop-style" sunglasses can inspect 400 faces per second, using 46,000 points of comparison. The glasses are designed to be used from a range of about 160ft., but officials say that they have a maximum range of twelve miles! It will be interesting to say the least to see if these new glasses help keep the violence at bay at the 2014 World Cup. Looks like Brazil’s criminals are going to have to watch the action from home.
Trend Themes
1. Crime-fighting Sunglasses - Opportunity for the development of advanced surveillance technology to aid law enforcement in identifying criminals and troublemakers in crowded environments like the World Cup.
2. Robocop-style Innovation - Potential for the creation of futuristic gadgets inspired by the sunglasses used by Brazilian police and soldiers, offering enhanced security and surveillance capabilities.
3. Crowd Security Solutions - Demand for innovative crowd management tools and technologies that can ensure safety and security in large-scale events like the World Cup.
Industry Implications
1. Law Enforcement - Law enforcement agencies can leverage advanced surveillance technology and develop similar sunglasses to enhance crime-fighting capabilities.
2. Security and Surveillance - Opportunity for companies in the security and surveillance industry to create futuristic gadgets inspired by the Robocop-style sunglasses, catering to the needs of law enforcement and security professionals.
3. Event Management - Event management companies can explore innovative crowd security solutions to ensure a safe and secure environment for attendees at large-scale events.
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