By Futurist Thomas Frey
The Question We’re Afraid to Ask
In an age where active shooter incidents dominate headlines with disturbing frequency, communities worldwide grapple with anxiety about safety in public spaces. Schools, malls, offices, and retail outlets—once symbols of vibrant community life—now face the grim task of balancing public service with critical safety measures.
Traditional security mechanisms are stretched to their limits. Response times measured in minutes feel like eternities when shots are fired. By the time police arrive, the damage is often catastrophic. We need something faster, more proactive, more capable of intervention in the critical seconds when violence erupts.
The answer might come from an unlikely source: AI-powered drones capable of autonomous crisis response. Not someday—now, with technology that already exists. Let me show you what this looks like and why it might save thousands of lives.
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