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What Are Automated License Plate Readers and Why Is Everyone So Worried About Them?

Mar

2026

What Are Automated License Plate Readers and Why Is Everyone So Worried About Them?

Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs), especially Flock Safety cameras, are facing growing pushback over privacy and data-sharing concerns, despite law enforcement claims of crime-solving benefits.

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South Pasadena to Remove Flock Safety Cameras Over Privacy Concerns

Mar

2026

Surveillance

South Pasadena to Remove Flock Safety Cameras Over Privacy Concerns

South Pasadena is ditching Flock Safety license plate readers due to privacy concerns over data sharing with federal agencies, sparking debate on surveillance technology.

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City of Troy Officials and Residents Engaged in Heated Debate Over Flock Safety Technology Thursday Night

Mar

2026

Surveillance

City of Troy Officials and Residents Engaged in Heated Debate Over Flock Safety Technology Thursday Night

Troy City Council delayed a decision on renewing its Flock Safety license plate reader contract after over 100 residents voiced privacy and civil liberties concerns. Police cite public safety benefits.

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Police Cameras Watch Every Car in OKC, but No One Tracks Who Uses Them

Mar

2026

Surveillance

Police Cameras Watch Every Car in OKC, but No One Tracks Who Uses Them

Oklahoma City police spend $270K yearly on Flock ALPR data with no oversight, raising serious privacy concerns. Documents reveal a lack of policies and audit logs.

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FBI Is Buying Data That Can Be Used to Track People, Patel Says

Mar

2026

Surveillance

FBI Is Buying Data That Can Be Used to Track People, Patel Says

The FBI is reportedly buying location data without warrants, sparking bipartisan concern in Congress. New legislation aims to curb this practice, while some defend it for public safety.

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The Hidden Dangers of Online Age Verification: Privacy, Leaks, & Censorship

Mar

2026

Age Verification

The Hidden Dangers of Online Age Verification: Privacy, Leaks, & Censorship

Mandatory online age verification poses severe privacy risks, creating data honeypots, enabling mass surveillance, and chilling free speech. Experts warn of irreversible damage.

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Advocates Warn Drivers of "Indiscriminate Surveillance"

Mar

2026

Surveillance

Advocates Warn Drivers of "Indiscriminate Surveillance"

Massachusetts ALPR camera use expands, raising privacy alarms. Flock Safety cameras log plates, fueling fears of warrantless surveillance and data misuse. Read the reporting.

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Cyberattack Leaves Maine Drivers With Breathalyzer Test Systems Unable to Start Vehicles

Mar

2026

Surveillance

Cyberattack Leaves Maine Drivers With Breathalyzer Test Systems Unable to Start Vehicles

Cyberattack on Intoxalock's breathalyzer system paralyzes ignition interlocks for OUI offenders nationwide, impacting thousands of drivers. Learn about the outage and company response.

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Florida Lawmakers Scramble to Save Red-Light Cameras From Extinction With New Bill

Mar

2026

Red Light Cameras

Florida Lawmakers Scramble to Save Red-Light Cameras From Extinction With New Bill

Florida's red-light camera system faces a constitutional crisis after a court ruling; new bill HB 543 proposes changes to yellow light times and privacy.

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