Mass Surveillance, Police Misuse, and Who Controls Your Flock Cameras with Flock CEO, Garret Langley
This episode features a deep dive with Garret Langley, CEO of Flock Safety, discussing the company's license plate reader and drone technology. The conversation centers on the complex balance between public safety and individual privacy, addressing controversies like data retention, police misuse, and public perception, while also highlighting Flock's efforts to implement accountability and transparency.
- Shift from Reactive to Proactive Audits: Flock Safety moved beyond standard audit logs to a system that actively identifies suspicious patterns in user behavior, like repeated searches on the same license plate. Read →
- Flock Safety's drone program is their fastest growing unit, deploying from specialized rooftop docks on police or fire department buildings. Read →
- Your socio-economic status often dictates your stance on public safety tech, with affluent individuals prioritizing privacy and less privileged communities prioritizing safety. Read →