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Alameda County Extends Flock Safety Contract | Oakland News
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- Jul 1, 2026
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Alameda County just voted to extend its contract with Flock Safety for another year, despite lingering concerns over data privacy and surveillance. With a 3-2 split, supervisors who supported the extension argue safeguards are sufficient and the tech is vital for catching criminals — while opponents remain wary, citing past trust issues and the company’s controversial data practices. The extension is temporary, giving the Sheriff’s Office time to evaluate alternatives and craft a new, stronger privacy-focused contract by next year — setting the stage for a much-needed overhaul of how automated surveillance is managed. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/26cc4c85efb2c57f