# Flock Loses Credibility After Repeated Lies to Officials and Public

Flock, a surveillance technology company, has lost credibility after being accused of repeatedly lying to city councils, police departments, and the public. The pattern of deception undermines trust in the company's products and raises concerns about how such technologies are marketed and deployed. This matters because it highlights the need for transparency and accountability in the growing surveillance industry.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Technology
- [Hacker News](https://www.aclu.org/news/privacy-technology/tracking-alpr-cameras/flock-safety-credibility-lost-as-it-repeatedly-lies-to-city-councils-police-departments-and-public-across-the-country) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:33:53 +0000