Flock Exposed Its AI-Powered Cameras to the Internet. We Tracked Ourselves

404 MediaMonday, December 22, 2025 at 4:05:19 PM
Flock Exposed Its AI-Powered Cameras to the Internet. We Tracked Ourselves
  • Flock, a surveillance technology company, left at least 60 of its Condor PTZ cameras live streaming and exposed to the open internet, raising significant privacy concerns. This incident highlights vulnerabilities in the deployment of AI-powered surveillance systems.
  • The exposure of these cameras not only jeopardizes individual privacy but also undermines public trust in Flock's technology. As a company that relies on surveillance for its business model, this incident could have serious repercussions for its reputation and operational integrity.
  • This event underscores ongoing debates about surveillance ethics and the use of AI in monitoring public spaces, particularly as Flock has previously faced scrutiny for its technology being used by law enforcement to monitor protests, raising questions about accountability and transparency in surveillance practices.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System

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