Flock Safety CEO to Address Privacy vs. Public Safety Debate at TechCrunch Disrupt

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Flock Safety CEO and founder Garrett Langley is set to speak at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. The company occupies a prominent position in ongoing debates around surveillance, privacy, and public safety. Langley is expected to address where the boundaries of surveillance technology should be drawn. His appearance reflects growing public and industry interest in how companies like Flock Safety navigate these complex issues.

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