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Mexico deploys robot security dogs at FIFA World Cup

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Leslie Cruz Paez
June 25, 2026

They scout danger zones before officers. Mexican police are sending robotic units into risky areas first, gathering live data to support decisions during major events like the FIFA World Cup.

Security authorities in Mexico use robotic dogs to get the lay of the land in parking lots or crowded areas before sending in human officers. The technology is used at 2026 World Cup events, but has been around for longer.

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