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New York investigator accused of tracking ex-girlfriend 3,000 times using Flock cameras; suspended after 4,000 searches

A senior investigator with a New York sheriff's office has been accused of repeatedly using a law enforcement license plate camera system to track an ex-girlfriend, with authorities alleging she searched for the woman's vehicle around 3,000 times.

The Times of India

Georgia student allegedly flagged by Flock camera for not having insurance. She proves the car is insured – the cop still issues a ticket anyway

The Flock cameras apparently had outdated information.

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Texas insurance fee paid for Flock cams

The higher fee, meant to combat catalytic converter theft, provided millions to expand Flock's network across Texas

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Shoppers outraged after learning Ulta Beauty stores are allowing Flock cameras

The beauty retailer’s social media pages are flooded with criticism from shoppers angry over its use of Flock cameras

The Independent UK

Why politicians across America suddenly want these AI surveillance cameras gone

Across the country and up and down ballots, candidates from both parties are increasingly on the attack over Flock cameras

The Independent UK

A New Bill Reflects the Bipartisan Backlash Against Flock-Enabled Mass Surveillance

Criticism from Trump allies and recent survey results show that resistance to widespread deployment of automated license plate readers spans the political spectrum.

Reason

New Mexico man arrested after taking down Flock cameras, loading them into his truck and driving straight to sheriff’s HQ as county ends contracts over privacy concerns

A New Mexico man was arrested after allegedly taking down Flock Safety surveillance cameras, loading the equipment into his pickup truck and driving directly to the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office headquarters, where he said he was returning the cameras. Jevon Martinez of Rio Rancho has previously faced felony charges after…

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Smiley, Morales differ on rent stabilization, Flock surveillance cameras in Providence's Democratic mayoral primary

Incumbent Brett Smiley (D) and David Morales (D) are running in the Democratic primary for mayor of Providence, Rhode Island, on Sept. 9.

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The Flock backlash continues as Florida and Texas reveal camera cutbacks —with state authorities calling out 'reports of misuse' and 'data privacy concerns'

Two more states are scaling back their use of Flock cameras, over concerns about how the tech can be misused.

TechRadar

From Illinois to Doral: How Flock's Cameras Became an Immigration Enforcement Flashpoint

Sen. Josh Hawley is investigating Flock Safety's camera network. In five Latino metro areas, the fight over ICE access to that data is already personal.

Latin Times

Florida orders removal of all Flock cameras on state highways within 30 days, Ron DeSantis warns against ‘surveillance state’

“When I see like a police officer using this to track like an ex-girlfriend..."

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The Belated Backlash Against Flock Cameras

Americans are starting to recognize the dangers of pervasive surveillance by automated license plate readers.

Reason

DeSantis Breaks With the GOP on Flock Cameras — Public Is 'Right to Be Concerned' About Surveillance Network

Gov. Ron DeSantis says Flock license plate cameras are "out of control," as Florida's own enforcement records show the network has repeatedly aided ICE arrests in immigrant-heavy communities.

Latin Times

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.

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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

Fortune

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.

The Times of India

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…

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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…

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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.

The Times of India

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…

Latin Times

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…

The Economic Times

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…

International Business Times UK

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.

Reason

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.

Chicago Sun-Times

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.

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