COMPUTER COPS: Inside the big business of selling AI to the police

Technology companies are increasingly marketing AI-powered surveillance and analytical tools to law enforcement agencies across the United States. These systems aim to automate tasks like evidence processing and pattern recognition, though the industry remains largely shielded from public scrutiny. While proponents argue these products increase operational efficiency, the trend raises significant questions regarding privacy, civil liberties, and the lack of standardized oversight for automated policing technologies.