Amid public backlash, surveillance tech company Flock announces platform changes

Surveillance technology company Flock Safety announced platform changes on Thursday from Richmond, Virginia. The adjustments are intended to address public backlash and quell privacy concerns following increased scrutiny from citizens, lawmakers, and civil liberties advocates across the United States.

The announcement comes as the company faces growing pressure regarding its surveillance systems. The newly announced platform changes aim to respond to these concerns and documented issues surrounding the technology's deployment and data handling.