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Cities Bag Flock Cameras Amidst Data Privacy and Contract Confusion

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Several cities, including Dayton, Ohio, and Evanston, Illinois, have resorted to covering Flock surveillance cameras with trash bags. This action stems from resident outrage and uncertainty among city officials regarding their ability to deactivate or remove the cameras due to contract terms. The cities are also grappling with concerns about data sharing with immigration enforcement agencies, which came to light after previous reporting. AI

IMPACT Highlights concerns about data privacy and municipal contract limitations with surveillance technology providers.

RANK_REASON News about the use and controversy of a specific product, not a new release or major policy shift.

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Cities Bag Flock Cameras Amidst Data Privacy and Contract Confusion

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  1. 404 Media TIER_1 English(EN) · Jason Koebler ·

    Cities Are Covering Flock Cameras With Trash Bags

    Regretful cities aren't sure how to cancel their surveillance contracts, so they are literally covering their cameras.

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