A local company under fire for its surveillance camera initiative in Knoxville has enlisted a nonprofit organization facing allegations of artificially manufactured public support to bolster its campaign. Critics have accused the group of using deceptive tactics, including AI-driven strategies, to rally backing for controversial projects. The collaboration raises concerns about transparency and the methods used to sway public opinion amid growing resident opposition. The partnership highlights broader debates over corporate accountability and the ethics of digital advocacy in community decision-making.
Beset by critics in Knoxville, Flock partnered with a nonprofit accused of “astroturfing” for a campaign to generate support for its surveillance cameras. The post Facing Outraged Residents, Flock Got Help From Group That Uses AI to Rally Public Support appeared first on The Intercept.
