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‘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

The Independent UK · Aug 22

Flock CEO says privacy can't be the only priority; it is about safety, as Americans vandalize AI surveillance traffic cameras across US

Amid intense backlash over Flock surveillance cameras across America, Flock CEO Garrett Langeley told Fox News that privacy is not the only priority. “I think these are important conversations to have,” he told Saturday in America co-host Kayleigh McEnany, after she asked about the privacy concerns. “I value my privacy……

The Times of India · Aug 22

Man Buys Dodge Car. Then He Gets Arrested Because Of What The Previous Owner Did: ‘Carfax Didn’t Tell Them That’

“That's why the owner sold it.”

Motor1 · Aug 22

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Texas constable unplugged 3 police surveillance cameras after county ended Flock contract; then told company to ‘come get your garbage’

Following a contract cancellation with Flock Safety cameras, Hood County officials have initiated a refund request and equipment retrieval. A local constable took the initiative to disable and cover the cameras, openly criticizing the issue of warrantless surveillance. This controversy feeds into a broader discussion across the country regarding the…

The Times of India · Aug 22

‘Darth Vader’ comes out in favor of Flock cameras at San Diego city council meeting

The dark lord – or someone dressed like him – said the technology would aid the empire in tracking ‘rebel scum’

The Guardian - US · Aug 21

America Is Building a Surveillance State Like China's

"If there are Flock cameras in your city, they are tracking, logging and sharing your movements without a warrant," warns the ACLU.

Reason · Aug 21

'Darth Vader' advocated in person for more Flock surveillance camera tech at a San Diego city council meeting: 'This technology will help us find the rebel scum and their hidden base on Hoth'

"This is what the Emperor needs."

PC Gamer · Aug 21

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Jason Arday's Downfall, Lindsay Clancy Case, and the Surveillance State

Robby Soave and Christian Britschgi take on press restrictions, the war on drugs, Flock cameras, data centers, dating, punk rock, and why war is still bad, actually.

Reason · Aug 20

Their cities dropped Flock surveillance cameras. They’re still being watched

Despite policy victories over Flock, Americans are finding themselves under similar monitoring by a new company – or unable to remove the original cameras

The Guardian - US · Aug 20

Florida police officer arrested after using Flock surveillance cameras 717 times to track estranged wife

A Florida police officer has been arrested after allegedly using his department's Flock licence-plate surveillance system 717 times to track a vehicle belonging to his estranged wife over nearly two years. Christopher Goodson, a 31-year-old officer with the Haines City Police Department, allegedly searched the vehicle's licence plate between September…

The Times of India · Aug 20

Flock CEO says drones are 'probably our fastest growing business', but consumer rights groups say they can 'jeopardize privacy' like license plate readers

Despite a public backlash against the tech, Flock's business is continuing to expand beyond license plate readers.

TechRadar · Aug 19

Bernie Sanders Warns Americans Are Being Tracked by 120,000 AI Cameras: 'Going to the Doctor? Flock Knows'

On Tuesday, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) warned about the growing reach of Flock Safety’s AI-powered license plate reader network as privacy concerns and allegations of police misuse fuel a nationwide backlash.

Benzinga · Aug 19

Flock camera tracking: How to check if your licence plate was captured

Community websites are emerging to track Flock camera installations across the United States. These platforms allow residents to monitor the presence and data usage of automated license plate readers. Some websites help users avoid routes with numerous cameras and check if their vehicles were captured. Flock Safety operates over 120,000…

The Economic Times · Aug 18

Towns in four states pull plug on Flock cameras as company’s media team ‘takes a break’ from responding to questions

Dozens of law enforcement officers have reportedly been charged with or accused of misusing the surveillance cameras

The Independent UK · Aug 18

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TechRadar · Aug 17

Have you been Flocked? This free website reveals when your license plate has been searched for on the cop camera database

This comprehensive website lets you search for your registration and to see why your vehicle was looked up.

Salon · Aug 17

Flock part of pattern of stalking women

The technology is under fire for how police officers have abused it. But it’s only the symptom of a larger problem

The Independent UK · Aug 16

How to check if your car has been searched by Flock cameras

Flock has an estimated 120,000 surveillance cameras across the US

Tom’s Hardware · Aug 16

3D-printing enthusiast creates ‘Flock Sock’ to blind controversial cameras, shares design — slip-on cover attaches to broom handle to make it easy to put on devices placed on traffic and streetlights

SquidInk created a 3D-printing model that would allow anyone to build an easy-to-install "protective cover" for Flock cameras. The "Flock Sock" slips on these devices in seconds using a broom handle, although it must be noted that adding this "accessory" can you into trouble.

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TechRadar · Aug 16

Think Flock is bad? This new tech is coming to link license plates with your phone — and it could be another death knell for privacy

New SignalTrace tech is designed to help in crime investigations, but there are questions about privacy.

Reason · Aug 14

Flock Safety's New Privacy Rules Do Little To Ease Concerns Over ALPR Surveillance

The company’s attempts to protect Americans’ privacy “will do nothing to protect innocent people from warrantless mass surveillance,” says an Institute for Justice attorney.

The Independent UK · Aug 14

Flock Safety announces major changes after backlash to its license plate reader cameras

Some law enforcement officers have been accused of using the eyes in the sky for personal ends to stalk partners and ex-partners

TechRadar · Aug 14

Flock CEO says 'we're not Big Brother' in the face of surveillance allegations — as 3D printing enthusiasts share 'Flock Sock' camera cover to help protestors

Flock is introducing some extra controls over how its cameras can be used, to counter claims of unnecessary spying.

We Got This Covered · Aug 14

Arkansas Flock camera got one letter wrong. Police then pulled an innocent couple from their SUV at gunpoint with a baby inside

The mistakes did not end there.

Salon · Aug 14

The Flock uprising is just the beginning

People are sick of tech billionaires trying to control our lives

The Independent UK · Aug 13

Flock moves to increase oversight of camera use after police surveillance misuse

Flock CEO Garrett Langley stated that key platform updates will convert previously optional safeguards into mandatory features for all users by Jan. 1

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