George Chidi’s, “‘Creepy surveillance’: why some cities are shutting down Flock cameras amid privacy concerns”

Chidi, George. “‘Creepy Surveillance’: Why Some Cities Are Shutting down Flock Cameras amid Privacy Concerns.” The Guardian, The Guardian, 6 Apr. 2026, www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-interactive/2026/apr/06/flock-cameras-privacy-concerns. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.

Chidi’s article from The Guardian discusses Flock Safety, concerns from citizens, and comments from a spokesman of the company. Despite what the spokesman claims about who has access and ownership of data that Flock Safety and its Flock Cameras collect. Flock Safety uses AI to analyze data gathered by their Flock Cameras.

“Skepticism of these statements abounds among Flock’s critics, who have made surveillance a political issue for municipalities. And within the bounds of the law, Flock’s clients can share or sell their data as they see fit.”

The article goes on to discuss more criticisms about Flock Cameras, as well as concerns over surveillance and public safety.