The Chinese ´sharp eyes´ system in the era of hypervigilance: between state use and risks to privacy

Abstract

This article studies contemporary digital hypervigilance and the ways through which citizens' sensitive data are collected and analyzed for different purposes, contextualizing it in the sharp eyes system, originated in China. Specific objectives: i) to describe technological forms of surveillance based on personal and behavioral data generated in individuals' online communications; ii) to understand how States and private organizations use electronic data surveillance; iii) to comprehend the use of a high-tech surveillance system by the Chinese State, the Sharp Eyes system. Methodology: hypothetical-deductive procedure method, with a qualitative approach and bibliographic review research technique.