Flock Safety Announces Privacy Reforms Amidst Backlash

Flock Safety, the embattled AI-powered security camera operator, has announced significant privacy reforms in response to growing public backlash and reports of law enforcement abuse. The company will reduce its data retention period from 30 days to seven, require law enforcement agencies to use case codes for searches, and allow cities to control which types of criminal offenses can be searched by other municipalities. Flock also introduced 'Evidence Mode' to preserve data for longer based on state or local policy. The changes come as the company faces criticism from privacy advocates, concerned citizens, and even some law enforcement agencies.