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Huntington Residents Fight AI Surveillance | Charleston News

Huntington residents are rallying against a $2 million AI surveillance push, with the Community Action Group collecting thousands of signatures to overturn the council’s vote—after 50+ citizens voiced strong opposition at the meeting. Critics argue the tech hasn’t proven effective, poses serious privacy risks, and undermines democratic accountability. While Flock Safety touts crime-fighting benefits and privacy safeguards, activists like Kelly Coyle call it dangerous mass surveillance that distracts from real solutions. A new camera ordinance is set for council review this Monday, keeping the…

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