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Digital Camera World
Digital Camera World
Mike Harris

Amazon denies that ICE can access Ring camera footage via opt-in ‘Community Requests’ feature

Ring doorbell camera mounted to a dark surface.

Amazon’s popular smart doorbell brand, Ring, has rebutted claims that video footage from Ring doorbells and security cameras is being accessed by the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement, more commonly known as ICE.

Accusations stemmed from Ring’s relationship with the security hardware and software company, Flock Safety. It was announced in October that the companies would be partnering to deliver a new Ring feature called ‘Community Requests’. This enables neighbors (if they choose) to share video footage with local public safety agencies, securely and privately.

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