Authored by Steve Watson via Modernity.news,Boston Dynamics’ Spot robot dogs are being deployed at designated World Cup venues in the US to perform perimeter security inspections, prompting concerns over the advance of surveillance tech.The company has stated that the machines “will be used to assist security personnel with investigating things like suspicious packages or other potentially hazardous materials.”These four-legged fiends are set to roam, and even dance (oh how cute) around AT&T Stadium in Dallas and other FIFA sites ahead of the 2026 tournament, sending live feeds back to human teams with their 360-degree cameras, thermal sensors, acoustic pickups, and AI anomaly detection.These are the new Boston Dynamics Spot robots deployed in Dallas for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
They are being used for security at World Cup venues in the Dallas area
Their jobs include:
- Perimeter security inspections
- Assisting with suspicious packages or hazardous materials… pic.twitter.com/rLsl2wnFuA
