Flock CEO defends surveillance technology amid national backlash: ‘We shouldn’t pause progress’

At the TechCrunch Disrupt conference, Flock Safety CEO Garrett Langley addressed the growing national controversy surrounding his company’s surveillance technology. Despite mounting privacy concerns and public backlash regarding the widespread use of automated license plate readers and AI-driven monitoring tools, Langley remained firm in his stance. He argued that the tangible benefits of the technology in solving and preventing crimes significantly outweigh the potential risks of misuse. Langley emphasized that society should not halt technological advancement due to fear, suggesting that the focus should instead remain on the efficacy of crime-fighting tools. As Flock continues to expand its footprint in law enforcement agencies across the country, the debate over the balance between public safety and individual privacy remains a central point of contention in the tech industry.