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Texas Governor Abbott blocks funding for more Flock cameras

Texas Governor Greg Abbott freezes state funding for Flock's AI surveillance cameras. The move precedes a Texas Tribune investigation revealing over $30 million in state spending, funded by a $1 insurance fee. Privacy concerns and officer misuse have sparked bipartisan backlash, signaling tighter government scrutiny of AI surveillance tools.

The Verge·Aug 30, 2026

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