Optus reviews smart glasses policy over secret recording fears
Optus is reviewing whether to restrict smart glasses in stores, citing risks of secret recording.
Optus is weighing restrictions on smart glasses in stores and offices. The devices record audio and video hands-free, without any obvious camera.
Privacy groups worry wearers could secretly film customers or staff. Meta smart glasses alert bystanders with an LED light when recording, but the light can be disabled.
Optus's security chief said restricting them "would absolutely be a possibility." The company is also exploring whether it can require users to disclose they're recording.
No final call has been made; Optus will keep reviewing policy over time. The retailer's stance could signal how Australian shops approach smart glasses.
Why it mattersRetail decisions on smart glasses will shape how Australian businesses protect staff and customer privacy from secret recording.
AustraliaOptus is Australia's largest telco and major tech retailer; its policy could reshape how smart glasses are used in Australian stores and workplaces.
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