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Flock announces security changes amid law enforcement abuse reports

Original: Flock announces security changes after dozens of reports of law enforcement abuse and public backlash

Surveillance company Flock has announced a set of security changes following dozens of reports that law enforcement agencies misused its camera and license plate reader systems. The move comes after mounting public backlash over privacy concerns and police access to tracking data, with critics pressing the company to tighten oversight of how its tools are used.

Why now: Public concern over police misuse of surveillance technology has put Flock's practices under intense scrutiny.

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