What does it take to become the most successful AI surveillance company in 2025? If you’re anything like Flock, the startup selling automatic license plate readers and facial recognition tech to cops, you don’t really need much AI at all — just an army of sweatshop workers in the global south.
UPDATE: 11/10: Council voted to pause Flock, adding a layer of stoppage on top of LPD’s temporary pause.
Make your voice heard! Public comment at City Council Monday 01/12