Law Enforcement

CivicTech Ethics Privacy

How Flock Safety Turned Edge ML Cameras into a Massive Surveillance Network

Imagine this: As you make your way to your favorite fast-food joint, an unassuming black camera records your license plate. It swiftly processes this data through a neural network and uploads it into an expansive, searchable database. This network, accessible by law enforcement nationwide, can reveal your every move—without the need for a warrant. Welcome […]

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Defense Tech Security

Exploring the Future of Law Enforcement: Inside the FBI’s Kinetic Cyber Range

Imagine being in a place that simulates a small town, complete with functioning systems like houses, hotels, and even a power company. This isn’t a movie set, but rather the FBI’s state-of-the-art Kinetic Cyber Range in Huntsville, Alabama. Spanning a substantial 22,000-square-foot area, this indoor training environment stands as a testament to the advancements in […]

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Privacy

How Law Enforcement Leverages Google’s Cookies to Unveil Anonymity

In the digital age, where our every click is a breadcrumb, tracking cookies have become both a tool for marketers and, surprisingly, for law enforcement. Over the last two decades, these little nuggets of text have unwittingly participated in the expansion of surveillance capitalism. But perhaps more intriguing is their role in aiding police investigations, […]

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AI Ethics

AI in Law Enforcement

In light of recent blog posts about the use of facial recognition being used by law enforcement, this podcast episode from Cognalytica seems timely and relevant. Press the play button below to listen here or visit the show page. Show Notes Law enforcement is increasing seeing benefits from AI technologies including scanning video footage for […]

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