The group says that while changes like more limited data retention is welcomed, the devil is in the details. “Transforming an exceptionally dangerous mass surveillance system into one that is fully protective of civil rights and civil liberties is a difficult, if not impossible task,” it writes. [Link: Flock's Cameras Remain Civil Liberties Threat Despite Updates | https://www.aclu.org/news/privacy-technology/tracking-alpr-cameras/despite-new-updates-flocks-creepy-cameras-remain-major-civil-liberties-threat | American Civil Liberties Union]

Debate pits civil liberties against public safety

Police have used Flock cameras to stalk their exes, track abortion patients, and spy on protesters—among other abuses.

Garrett Langley has changed his mind on the company’s policy approach.

Flock just announced new default privacy settings.