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This article details a significant shift in local law enforcement adoption of Flock Safety's AI-driven surveillance ecosystem, driven by growing concerns over mass surveillance, data privacy, and procurement practices. The trend reflects a broader societal pushback against the rapid deployment of facial recognition and edge-computing devices for public safety, highlighting the tension between technological capabilities and civil liberties.
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At least 10 local governments have moved to drop Flock’s surveillance cameras since summer
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