The fight over Flock and other automatic license plate readers
Flock's automatic license plate reader (ALPR) cameras, with over 120,000 units deployed across the US, use AI technology to identify and track vehicles by license plate and physical characteristics. These networked cameras create a comprehensive surveillance system capable of monitoring people's movements throughout the day and across different locations. The technology has become the subject of significant debate over privacy and civil liberties concerns.
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The fight over Flock and other ALPRs
Flock's automatic license plate reader (ALPR) cameras, with over 120,000 units deployed across the US, use AI technology to identify and track vehicles by license plate and physical characteristics. These networked cameras create a comprehensive surveillance system capable of monitoring people's movements throughout the day and across different locations. The technology has become the subject of significant debate over privacy and civil liberties concerns.
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