This research explores "Chrono Surveillance," a unique temporal dimension born from the pervasive nature of surveillance, transcending traditional timekeeping by replacing it with continuous monitoring, recording, and data processing. This new concept of time is defined by its relentless constancy and its ability to disregard natural cycles, stretching and compressing based on the presence of activity. By capturing every moment indefinitely, Chrono Surveillance creates a digital afterlife where the past is continuously carried forward, challenging the omniscience of surveillance and altering our perception of temporality. Through the lens of expanded scenography, this research contributes to a broader understanding of how surveillance, as both a tool and a metaphor, impacts our daily lives and interactions, ultimately aiming to foster a critical reflection on the invisible forces that shape our environments and our perceptions.

How did the first surveilling structures and systems start?

How does surveillance work?

The first systems

The digital age

Internet

Artificial Intelligence

Surveillance cameras have become a ubiquitous feature in modern life, making it difficult to remember a time before their widespread use. With over 1 billion cameras installed globally, their presence in daily activities is significant, particularly in the United States, where the average person is captured on camera 238 times per week. This extensive surveillance network spans from driving and working environments to shopping and various other activities. The densest concentration of surveillance is in major cities, with many of them located in China