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Lawmakers added $1 to Texans’ car insurance policies. That money paid for thousands of Flock cameras.

The higher fee, meant to combat catalytic converter theft, provided millions to expand the Flock network across Texas. Some lawmakers say that wasn’t the intent.

The Texas Tribune · Aug 28

What the Twin Revolts Against Flock and Data Centers Tell Us About the Power and Risks of Populism

What the simultaneous revolts against Flock and data centers can tell us about the power and risks of populism

Reason · Aug 28

Flock is going from the center of the surveillance debate to bipartisan target in record time

Two Arizona cities cut ties with the license-plate reader camera company hours apart, as Senators Sanders and Hawley took aim from Washington.

Fortune · Aug 28

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Kentucky police officer Asad Zahir claimed he made 2048 Flock searches to track two vehicles for drug investigation. He was tracking his ex-girlfriend

Another case of the misuse of Flock was reported after a Kentucky police officer was arrested for using the Flock Safety license plate reader camera system to track his ex-girlfriend, the mother of his child, 2000 time. Asad Zahir was arrested and then released on his own recognizance and will…

The Times of India · Aug 28

On the day she died, Dolly Parton sent a gift to millions of children across America: ‘Chose to not be a billionaire’

Tributes for Dolly Parton are pouring in across the internet. Alex Perlman (pearlmania500) just made an emotional video that focuses on how her legacy is her intentional decision to prioritize community over personal wealth. He uploaded the video on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, accumulating over 18 million views in just…

We Got This Covered · Aug 28

X Users Post Flock CEO's Address and Photos of His Home After He Says Americans Must 'Compromise' on Privacy

X users are accused of posting Flock Safety's CEO's home details after his 'compromise' on privacy remarks, intensifying the row over US surveillance.

International Business Times UK · Aug 28

Flock CEO Garrett Langley's address leaked online after he urged Americans to 'compromise' between privacy and safety

Flock CEO Garrett Langley emerged as the most controversial personality of this month as his surveillance technology company is facing massive backlash because of the huge scope of misuse of the technology. It is not confirmed whether the address shared online is Langley's real address. Many social media users shared…

The Times of India · Aug 28

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The Tide Is Turning Against Flock Cameras: Florida, Arizona and Other States Start to Question the Surveillance Network

The tide seems to be turning against the use of the massive number of flock cameras in the U.S. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said this week that the rapid spread of Flock Safety's automated license plate reader cameras has become "out of control," adding a powerful new voice to a…

Latin Times · Aug 28

Massachusetts police officer who used Flock cameras to track his ex-lover after she left their abusive relationship resigns before the town could fire him

A Massachusetts police officer resigned before a termination hearing after an investigation found he allegedly used Flock cameras and police databases to track a former partner without a legitimate law enforcement reason. The woman said she had left an abusive relationship with Rogers, while Stow later ended its Flock contract…

The Economic Times · Aug 28

Flock CEO Says Americans Must 'Compromise' on Privacy; Then His Own Home Address Leaked Online

The privacy debate surrounding Flock Safety, a leading $8.4B surveillance firm, is sparked by its CEO's comments, prompting cities to reconsider their contracts.

International Business Times UK · Aug 28

Getting Rid of Flock Isn't Enough To Solve America's Surveillance Problem

Civil liberties advocates warn that Americans’ privacy and surveillance concerns won’t be solved without strong legal protections.

Reason · Aug 27

What to know about Flock’s controversial license plate readers

Flock's plate reader cameras have sparked a heated debate over mass surveillance, spurring protests and arrests in Chicago's suburbs. Here are the answers to some key questions.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 27

Cities begin turning off Flock cameras after at least 50 officers reportedly charged with misuse

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The Independent UK · Aug 27

More than 100 cities across the nation have turned off their Flock cameras after outcry from locals

Reported misuse of the surveillance cameras by law enforcement officers — and public distrust of the license plate readers — have led many municipalities to end contracts with Flock

The Independent UK · Aug 27

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The Times of India · Aug 27

Texas police officer indicted on 100 felony counts after Flock investigation; records show over 45,000 searches, including nearly 3,500 for one licence plate

A Lufkin, Texas police officer has been indicted on 100 felony counts after an investigation into his use of Flock Safety’s automated license plate reader system revealed an extraordinary volume of searches, including nearly 3,500 lookups of a single licence plate. According to court records and audit logs reviewed by…

The Times of India · Aug 27

Massachusetts police officer resigns hours before termination hearing after allegedly using Flock and police databases to track former partner; town removed its last Flock camera

A police officer in the small Massachusetts town of Stow has resigned just hours before a scheduled termination hearing, after an internal investigation found he repeatedly misused surveillance tools to track a former partner. Officer Jason Rogers allegedly used Flock Safety’s automated license plate reader system and state police databases…

We Got This Covered · Aug 27

Flock CEO tells Americans to ‘compromise’ their privacy, says surveillance critics prioritizing ‘the wrong thing’

Flock Safety in spotlight as Arizona city confirms their removal.

We Got This Covered · Aug 25

Man buys a used Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat. Minutes later, cops allegedly swarm his car: ‘Driver, step out!’

It reportedly happened 20 minutes after the deal was complete.

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International Business Times UK · Aug 25

Flock CEO Says Banning AI Surveillance Cameras Is Like 'Banning Vehicles' as Americans Push Back Over Privacy Concerns

Flock Safety's CEO defends automated cameras as essential for public safety, sparking debate over privacy and surveillance. Critics demand clearer regulations to balance security with individual privacy rights.

Reason · Aug 24

This YouTuber Got Kicked Out of the Flock Convention. So He Ran His Own Surveillance.

Benn Jordan wants the snoopers to be “a little unsettled.”

Fortune · Aug 24

Flock Safety has been a venture darling. Will data privacy controversies halt its rise?

Flock operates in more than 5,000 communities across 49 states, and is an $8.3 billion venture darling. Now, the company’s run into trouble.

The Texas Tribune · Aug 24

Flock cameras face growing backlash across Texas counties, but getting rid of them is complicated

Some government officials said they understand the community’s anger, but warn that many of these contracts fall outside their jurisdiction.

Fortune · Aug 24

Meet Flock, the $8 billion startup backed by a16z and Tiger facing growing backlash against surveillance capitalism

Cities are canceling contracts. Cameras are getting vandalized, and lawyers who have reviewed the company’s contracts say data ownership is not clearly defined.

We Got This Covered · Aug 23

Man dressed as Darth Vader shows up at San Diego City Council meeting. Then he defends controversial Flock cameras: ‘This is what the emperor needs’

He found a creative way to mock flock cameras.

The Independent UK · Aug 22

‘Darth Vader’ joins nationwide backlash against Flock surveillance cameras in Silicon Valley’s hometown

Amid nationwide privacy concerns over Flock cameras, a Darth Vader impersonator mocked the company at a San Diego council meeting this week

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