Privacy concerns put smart glasses under scrutiny as Norway seeks temporary ban

A trip to the park. A day at the beach. A workout session at the gym. All in public spaces where smart glasses can snap photos, record conversations or stream video online — without people in the line of their lenses and microphones knowing about it.

Privacy concerns put smart glasses under scrutiny as Norway seeks temporary ban

TL;DR

  • Smart glasses can capture photos, record conversations, and stream video in public.
  • People in public spaces may not be aware they are being recorded by smart glasses.
  • Norway is considering a temporary ban on smart glasses due to privacy concerns.