Flock Tightens Safeguards On Licence-Plate Readers

Al Jazeera · world

US firm Flock has introduced new safeguards for its automatic licence-plate readers. This move comes in response to a series of stalking cases. Reports indicated misuse of the technology by police officers. The company is enhancing oversight to prevent future abuses and ensure responsible use of its surveillance tools. This aims to protect privacy and prevent the technology from being weaponized against individuals.