Founded in 2017 by Langley, Matt Feury, and Paige Todd, the Atlanta-based firm has grown from a Y Combinator startup into a major player in the surveillance sector. While initially known for license plate recognition, Flock has expanded its footprint through the acquisition of drone-tech firm Aerodome and sustained partnerships with law enforcement agencies. These efforts have attracted significant capital, with the company securing $950 million in total funding to date.
Garrett Langley to Address AI Surveillance Ethics at TechCrunch Disrupt
As artificial intelligence reshapes the boundaries of public safety and personal privacy, Flock Safety CEO Garrett Langley will take the stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. His appearance comes at a pivotal moment, as the company navigates a $7.5 billion valuation alongside intensifying opposition from civil liberties advocates.
However, this rapid growth has triggered a fierce backlash. Privacy groups, including the ACLU, have voiced concerns over the company's data collection practices and its contracts with federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Recent indicators suggest a shifting landscape for the firm, highlighted by the LAPD’s decision to let its contract lapse and the termination of a strategic partnership with Amazon’s Ring. Langley is expected to confront these controversies and the broader implications of AI-driven monitoring during the event, held October 13-15 at San Francisco’s Moscone Center.
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