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Flock cameras face growing opposition as surveillance systems face scrutiny
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In Short: Flock Safety's AI-powered surveillance systems are being sabotaged, raising concerns about their widespread use in the U.S., according to reports.
Flock Safety, a company that operates AI-powered surveillance systems, is facing growing opposition as its cameras are being sabotaged, according to recent reports. The company, founded in 2017, has become one of the largest providers of Automatic Licence Plate Readers (ALPRs) in the country.
The latest incident of sabotage occurred in late July, signaling a broader concern over the nationwide spread of sophisticated AI-powered surveillance systems. In Asheville, North Carolina, the city council voted 5-2 to end a contract covering 11 Flock cameras, further highlighting the growing unease surrounding these technologies.
In a related development, a bill has been proposed that would bar federal funding for Flock cameras, require the removal of federally funded systems, and give state and local recipients 180 days to cease operating federally financed devices. This move underscores the increasing scrutiny being placed on these surveillance systems.
These actions reflect a broader debate over the use of advanced surveillance technologies, which many argue can infringe on privacy and civil liberties.
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