The pervasiveness of technology is increasing worldwide at an exponential rate, and it will forever alter how the law enforcement community will carry out their sworn duties. As the influx of artificial intelligence, synthetic content, facial recognition, and quantum computing shapes our society, criminals will seek ways to utilize such advancements to further exploit the vulnerable. However, technology, with all its faults, may just be the answer that enables law enforcement to tackle some of its most perplexing issues. This discussion will highlight current and over-the-horizon technologies and, methods to integrate each to maximize efficiency, support operations, and safeguard the public, while maintaining the freedom and rights of those we are sworn to protect.
