Across several nations, policymakers are tightening rules on smart glasses that can capture photos, video or audio without a person’s knowledge. The technology, popularized by Meta’s Ray‑Ban collaboration, has sparked privacy alarms in courts, schools and public venues.

Australia

The federal government is reviewing whether to bar camera‑enabled smart glasses in government workplaces. Public Service Minister Katy Gallagher has asked the Public Service Commission for advice on possible prohibitions and any needed exemptions.

United Kingdom

Courts in England and Wales have already prohibited the use of Meta smart glasses, enforcing existing restrictions on recording in courtrooms. The UK Cinema Association also reports that many cinema operators are adopting policies to limit or ban camera‑enabled glasses.

European Union

European privacy regulators and some lawmakers are scrutinising smart glasses. The European Data Protection Board has commissioned a report on their “social acceptability,” and MEP Veronika Cifrová Ostrihoňová has urged the European Commission to consider targeted legislation.

Norway

Norway plans to propose a temporary ban on AI‑enabled glasses in places where the public gathers, such as parks, beaches, museums, shopping centres and events. Oslo has already banned smart glasses in schools.

United States

New York’s Unified Court System banned smart glasses from all court facilities as of July 20. The rule covers any eyewear or headwear with recording capability, requiring visitors to surrender such devices before entering.

These actions reflect a growing global effort to protect personal privacy and secure sensitive environments from covert recording technology.

Original reporting: Appleton, WI News Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.