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This article explains how AI-powered surveillance systems work, the technical challenges they present, and the governance issues highlighted by Texas's decision to block funding for Flock cameras.
WIRED obtained and analyzed the code for Flock's new AI system, revealing advanced surveillance capabilities that go far beyond license plate tracking and raise serious privacy concerns.
Approximately 90,000 Flock cameras have been quietly installed across the US, using AI to track vehicles and individuals without public consent or awareness. These surveillance systems raise serious privacy concerns as they operate in public spaces with minimal oversight.
OpenAI has agreed to new Pentagon terms regarding AI surveillance use, following a standoff with Anthropic over military contract restrictions. The move reflects growing government pressure on AI companies to comply with ethical guidelines while maintaining access to lucrative defense contracts.
