In Russia, AI Is Tracking Stolen Cars and Aiding Crime Prevention
In the Republic of Khakassia, AI-powered cameras are helping police track stolen and suspicious vehicles.
Artificial-intelligence technologies embedded in video-surveillance systems are helping law-enforcement agencies in Russia’s Republic of Khakassia search for stolen vehicles. The development was reported by TASS, citing the press service of Russian developer Netvision.
Recognizing Plates, Makes, and Models
Netvision’s intelligent video-surveillance systems have begun operating in the city of Abakan. Around 300 cameras have already been connected to the software across major streets, public squares, and other high-traffic areas. The AI can recognize license plates, vehicle makes, colors, and models. That data can be used to quickly locate stolen cars, as well as vehicles spotted near crime scenes and flagged as suspicious.
According to Ekaterina Kuzmina, head of Khakassia’s State Committee for Digitalization, intelligent video-analytics systems are speeding up criminal investigations. She said the technology has already demonstrated its effectiveness in preventing crime.
Monitoring Road and Traffic Conditions
Netvision chief executive Roman Kazachenko said regional authorities are also discussing the use of AI in public-utilities management. One example is monitoring how effectively streets are cleared of snow and garbage. AI may also be deployed to track road and traffic conditions.
Earlier, we reported that Yandex, one of Russia’s leading tech developers, had integrated artificial intelligence into its IP camera. The device no longer just records motion but can also identify what exactly is happening in real time.
