‘Own the Narrative’: Leaked Flock Guide Shows How It Teaches Cops to Promote Its Tech
Summary
The article reveals a leaked Flock Safety guide that instructs police on how to promote its license plate reader technology to city councils, emphasizing scripted presentations, governance, and early engagement with decision-makers. It highlights concerns about mass surveillance, data sharing with ICE, and the push for transparency and oversight, framing the issue as a governance problem rather than purely a technical one.