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The Flock backlash continues as Florida and Texas reveal camera cutbacks — with state authorities calling out 'reports of misuse' and 'data privacy concerns'

TechRadar · September 02, 2026 · International · Privacy Law

The Flock backlash continues as Florida and Texas reveal camera cutbacks — with state authorities calling out 'reports of misuse' and 'data privacy concerns' TechRadar

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The Flock backlash continues as Florida and Texas reveal camera cutbacks — with state authorities calling out 'reports of misuse' and 'data privacy concerns'

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