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This Is Flock’s AI Search Tool for Cops

WIRED rebuilt Flock Safety's AI-powered search tool from code sent to police browsers, revealing it can monitor multiple cameras for individuals matching written descriptions. The tool, used by law enforcement, raises concerns about surveillance and privacy.

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This Is Flock’s AI Search Tool for Cops
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By Dell Cameron, Dhruv MehrotraSource:

Wired AIWIRED rebuilt Flock’s latest search tool from code the company sends to a police officer’s browser. Its AI can keep watch across multiple cameras for anyone fitting a written description.

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