Flock Safety faces Senate scrutiny over AI surveillance network at DC hearing

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A Senate Judiciary subcommittee held a hearing on Wednesday examining AI-based surveillance networks, with Flock Safety drawing particular attention from lawmakers. Subcommittee chair Sen. Josh Hawley (R-MO) singled out Flock as the dominant player in the industry, warning that the company likely has data on most Americans. Despite the high-profile nature of the hearing, the CEOs of Flock, Axon, Motorola Solutions, and Verkada all declined to testify before the panel. Public interest in the session was significant, with attendees reportedly forming a standby line outside the hearing room.

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