Police say Flock cameras help solve crimes, but critics call them an invasion of privacy
Law enforcement agencies in the U.S. use AI-powered cameras to scan billions of vehicles each month, often without drivers ever realizing.
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Law enforcement agencies in the U.S. use AI-powered cameras to scan billions of vehicles each month, often without drivers ever realizing. Supporters say the technology is a tool for solving crimes. But critics warn it's creating a nationwide surveillance network, raising urgent questions about how much privacy Americans are willing to sacrifice in the name of safety.
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- Law enforcement agencies in the U.S. use AI-powered cameras to scan billions of vehicles each month, often without drivers ever realizing.
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- 1 outlet, average source rating 8.0/10.
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Police say Flock cameras help solve crimes, but critics call them an invasion of privacy
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