Mapping Every Flock License Plate Reader Near US World Cup Stadiums
A Wired investigation reveals that over 1,000 automatic license plate reader cameras are positioned near 2026 World Cup stadiums in the US. These devices, largely manufactured by Flock Safety, create potential privacy concerns regarding mass surveillance of event attendees.
Why it matters
The widespread use of surveillance technology at major public events raises significant questions about data privacy and the extent of government and private sector tracking.
Illustration: Cristian Mera Comment Loader Save Story Save this story Comment Loader Save Story Save this story Starting on June 11, soccer fans will be filling stadiums across North America to watch the FIFA World Cup . Those driving to matches in the United States might also find themselves being the ones watched: WIRED identified 1,181 automatic license plate reader cameras, or ALPRs, within a five-mile radius of the 11 US stadiums playing host to the World Cup this summer. Most of those cameras are manufactured by Flock Safety .
The article focuses on privacy risks and surveillance concerns, which is a common framing in tech-critical journalism.
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