With virtualized currency and literal microwave pain rays, I don't see this remaining the norm for every boom and bust cycle.

There will soon come a time where revolt is no longer possible.

Killer drones and airborne attack lasers for hire will counter that, partially, same as mounted cavalry put down starving peasant rebellions in the middle ages.

Police alone is enough, and also better than drones because they will disseminate ideology and also vote for your party.