Flock's Major Rivals as Cameras Spark Increasing Backlash
Summary
Flock Safety, a company that makes automated license plate readers (ALPRs), is losing contracts and facing privacy concerns in many U.S. cities. Other companies like Axon, Motorola, Rekor, Verkada, and Genetec are competing to replace Flock by offering similar ALPR technology and security services.Key Facts
- 46 U.S. communities have canceled contracts with Flock Safety.
- 20 communities have rejected new contract proposals from Flock.
- Critics worry that ALPRs let authorities track drivers’ movements without needing a warrant.
- Supporters say ALPRs help fight crime by providing useful information to law enforcement.
- Axon is gaining business by offering ALPRs with stronger privacy controls and tools that work with body cameras and crime evidence systems.
- Motorola Solutions offers ALPRs through its Vigilant platform and integrates with police databases.
- Verkada provides cloud-based ALPR technology targeted at smaller cities to avoid needing local infrastructure.
- Privacy advocates say switching brands does not solve concerns about surveillance and data tracking.
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