Paris Olympics: Metal Barriers, QR Codes, Security Concerns, and Resale Tickets

As Paris gears up for the Olympics, the city is undergoing a transformation with stringent security measures in place, including 44,000 metal barriers and 326,000 spectators needing QR codes for access. The extensive security involves 45,000 police and gendarmes, 20,000 private guards, and 10,000 soldiers.

Despite efforts to ensure safety, activist group Saccage 2024 protests the environmental impact. The increased security has inadvertently led to a drop in tourism, affecting local businesses and turning popular venues into ghost towns.

Additionally, concerns arise over more than 250,000 unwanted Olympics tickets on resale sites, with organizers dismissing lack of enthusiasm. With Paris on high alert, over 1,000 individuals were rejected for espionage suspicions, highlighting the intensified police and military presence.