License Plate Surveillance Network Blankets US World Cup Host Cities

With nearly 1,200 automatic license plate reader cameras surrounding US World Cup stadiums—mostly manufactured by Flock Safety—fans face an unprecedented surveillance infrastructure capable of tracking vehicle movements across a national network. The system has already demonstrated potential for abuse, with documented cases of law enforcement stalking and corporate employees accessing protected cameras without authorization. For attendees, this reveals the hidden surveillance infrastructure that can log movements without knowledge or meaningful consent.