RATP

RATP (Régie Autonome des Transports Parisiens) is a major public transport operator, primarily serving the Paris region in France. Recent news highlights the organization due to expanded security powers granted to its internal security services. A new decree, implementing a law from April 2025, provides RATP's security agents with increased authority, including the ability to conduct searches, pat-downs, and seize weapons. This enhancement aims to combat violence within public transportation networks. Furthermore, the potential expansion of algorithmic video surveillance, including within RATP's network, is under discussion, raising questions about the role of AI in public safety and surveillance. These developments underscore RATP's evolving role in maintaining security and order within its transportation systems.