Xprize founder says ‘humans behave better when they’re being watched’
TechCrunch·June 26, 2026
Peter Diamandis, founder of Xprize, believes that increased surveillance can lead to improved human behavior. He suggests that people are more likely to act positively when they know they are being watched. Diamandis' comments echo those of Oracle's Larry Ellison, who made similar statements in 2024 about the potential benefits of global surveillance. His perspective adds to the ongoing debate about the role of surveillance in shaping societal behavior.
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