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Minneapolis Residents Demand Termination of Zen City Contract Over Privacy Concerns
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Overview: During the latest meeting of the Minneapolis City Council Budget Committee, significant public attention centered on the city’s contract with Zen City, an Israeli company involved in community data collection through social media-driven surveys. This contract, valued at $500,000, faced intense scrutiny from residents who expressed concerns over privacy, ethical considerations, and financial priorities. The meeting, chaired by Aisha Chughtai, provided a platform for residents to voice these concerns and demand changes to the proposed 2026 budget.
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City Council
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State:
Minnesota
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County:
Hennepin County
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Towns:
Minneapolis
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