MapQuest adds layer showing surveillance camera locations

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 17 Oct, 14:44 · Archive

MapQuest now displays the locations of automated licence plate readers and other outdoor surveillance cameras from multiple providers.

MapQuest has introduced a new Surveillance Layer feature in its mobile apps that displays the locations of automated licence plate readers and outdoor surveillance cameras from multiple providers, including Flock, Vigilant, Genetec, Axis Communications, Axon, Leonardo, Neology, Rekor, PlateSmart, Ubicquia and Verkada. The layer can be toggled on within the app's map options alongside existing tools for viewing traffic and incidents.

TechRadar reports that Flock alone operates more than 120,000 cameras across the United States. The density of these surveillance devices means users may be unable to completely avoid them during their regular routes, though the feature allows them to identify where cameras are located.

Flock has argued that automated licence plate readers serve as effective crime prevention tools, helping police dispatch resources more efficiently than officers can manage alone. However, concerns have been raised about potential misuse of the technology, including unauthorised tracking of individuals or stalking of former partners.

How it is being reported

• MapQuest will now show you where Flock cameras are on the mapWant to know just how many license plate readers you've got around you? MapQuest can now tell you.TechRadar · 17 Oct, 14:30
• MapQuest will now show you where Flock cameras are in your neighborhoodYou can see the locations of known outdoor surveillance cameras in the MapQuest app.Engadget · 16 Oct, 15:12

In this story: MapQuest · Flock · Motorola Solutions · Genetec · United States

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