Norway targets smart glasses ban in public spaces over privacy fears
Norway's government will pursue a temporary ban on smart glasses in public places including parks, beaches, schools and shops.
Privacy concerns are driving the move. Smart glasses made by companies like Meta can record images and video without people knowing they are being filmed.
Norway's Labour-led government says it does not want people to worry about being recorded without consent in places where they expect privacy. The proposed ban would apply to parks, beaches, museums, shopping centres, schools, daycare centres, healthcare facilities, gyms and public events.
The government plans to submit a bill as soon as possible. It is also asking experts to develop permanent rules.
The UK and US have already introduced limits on smart glasses in some settings.
- Labour-led minority government
- Government party
- 20
- France non-consensual filming reports
- Already implemented
- Oslo school ban
- Meta, Ray-Ban, Oakley
- Companies mentioned
Why it mattersGovernments across Europe are starting to act on privacy risks from cameras worn on the body. This could set a trend that spreads elsewhere.
AustraliaAustralia has not yet announced restrictions on smart glasses, but if Europe's bans prove popular, Australian lawmakers may follow suit.
Corroborated bytheguardian.com
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