Ring introducing new feature to allow police to live-stream access to cameras
Hacker NewsSaturday, July 19, 2025 at 10:25:09 PM
Ring, the Amazon-owned home security company, is rolling out a controversial new feature that would let police request live access to users' camera feeds without requiring a warrant. While the company says this will help law enforcement respond faster to emergencies, privacy advocates warn it could lead to overreach and erosion of civil liberties.
Editor’s Note: This isn't just about convenience—it's a big shift in how surveillance works. Police already partner with Ring through neighborhood watch programs, but live access takes it further by potentially bypassing traditional checks like warrants. For some, it’s a safety win; for others, it feels like a slippery slope toward unchecked surveillance. Either way, it’s reigniting the debate over who gets to watch, and when.
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