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Flock CEO claims microphones detect only gunshots amid privacy concerns

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Flock's CEO stated that the company's microphones are designed to detect only gunshots, but the company's website indicates a broader range of detection capabilities. This discrepancy has drawn criticism from privacy advocates and the public, who are concerned about potential misuse of Flock's technology. AI

IMPACT Concerns about AI-powered surveillance technology and its potential for misuse.

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Flock CEO claims microphones detect only gunshots amid privacy concerns

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · justpaste ·

    Flock CEO says its microphones detect ‘just gunshots’ — its website says different Langley’s comments come amid mounting scrutiny of Flock from privacy advocate

    Flock CEO says its microphones detect ‘just gunshots’ — its website says different Langley’s comments come amid mounting scrutiny of Flock from privacy advocates, including the ACLU, and members of the public who are concerned about the misuse of its technology. https:// justpast…

    LINKS justpaste.in/…/flock-ceo-says-its-microph…

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