American security tech firm focused on ALPR, surveillance software, and gunfire locating systems
The US Supreme Court has heard arguments in Chatrie v. United States, testing whether geofence warrants — court orders that compel companies to produce location histories for devices near a crime — violate the Fourth Amendment. The case stems from a 2019 Virginia bank robbery that used a Google geofence to identify a suspect.
The debate over live facial recognition has intensified as authorities weigh stricter rules and public concerns. Scotland is considering a bespoke code of practice, while the Home Office is exploring a broader national framework. Polls show mixed public views on rollout.
Outside groups have poured billions into 2026 races, with AI, crypto and political power players spending to back or thwart candidates. In NY-12, Maryland’s MD-05, and beyond, pro- and anti-AI committees are influencing races as November approaches, while individual fortunes test the limits of soft money in a polarized landscape.
The LAPD has allowed its three-year contract with Flock Safety to expire, citing serious concerns about privacy, data ownership, and security. An audit recommends pausing new ALPR deployments until terms are clarified and new oversight is in place. City officials and advocates urge stronger protections and public input.