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Axon CEO Rick Smith urges police leaders to help shape the future of technology regulation
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Fusion42 · 25 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
Axon CEO Rick Smith urged police leaders to engage in shaping technology regulation to support innovation, privacy protection, and public trust beyond current automated license plate recognition (ALPR) debates. He highlighted the need for clear ethical principles, privacy protections, and a broader legislative framework for emerging AI and automated public safety technologies.
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You need to prepare for upcoming regulation that will focus on broader AI and public safety tech, not just license plate readers. Engaging now with law enforcement and tech providers can secure influence over rules that affect your product's future market access.
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