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The Florida Department of Transportation has revoked permits for license-plate reader systems used by local law enforcement, ordering removal from state roadways within 30 days. The move follows concerns about misuse, data privacy, and surveillance.A broader wave of state actions parallels Texas and other jurisdictions amid privacy worries and allegations of abuse in ALPR programs.
Ulta Beauty is under pressure as civil liberties groups and customers push back against Flock auto‑tracking cameras used in some stores. Ulta says the cameras operate at a small number of locations for crime prevention, with no facial recognition and strict data controls. The debate centers on privacy, safety, and the role of retailers in monitoring shoppers.