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: Although the participants (the people living in the apartments) are reportedly compensated and sign contracts, critics often raise concerns about the long-term psychological effects of 24/7 surveillance.

Payment was notoriously difficult due to banking regulations around "non-adult voyeur content" (a legal grey area). Most subscribers used cryptocurrency—primarily Bitcoin and Monero—which saw a price surge alongside RLC's popularity in early 2021. reallifecam 2021

Past versions suffered from muffled or delayed audio. In 2021, RLC deployed beam-forming microphones that could isolate conversations even in noisy apartments. The result was a "you are there" audio experience that blurred the line between observer and participant. : Although the participants (the people living in