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San Francisco's car crime has plunged. How much credit does Flock deserve?
San Francisco leaders say AI-powered cameras helped drive a dramatic decline in car crime. We examine the evidence — and whether the city can keep its high-tech dragnet without sacrificing civil liberties.
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San Francisco officials attribute a sharp drop in car thefts to the deployment of AI‑powered surveillance cameras across the city. The piece reviews the data supporting the claim that the technology has reduced incidents, while also probing whether the extensive monitoring can be maintained without infringing on residents’ civil liberties. It outlines the city’s reliance on the high‑tech dragnet as a central factor in the crime decline and raises questions about the balance between public safety and privacy.
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