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Norway to propose temporary ban on AI glasses in some public places
The plan would still allow private use while an expert group prepares permanent rules for body-worn technology.
- On Monday, Norway's government announced plans to propose a temporary ban on AI glasses in selected public places, citing concerns that people could be photographed, filmed or audio-recorded without their knowledge.
- This proposal mirrors a broader global backlash against smart glasses equipped with cameras over privacy concerns. Public Governance Minister Torgeir Micaelsen said, "I am worried that new, powerful technology is being introduced where people risk being photographed, filmed or audio-recorded without knowing it."
- Restrictions could extend to public gathering spots like parks, beaches, museums and shopping centres, as well as privacy-sensitive locations including doctors' offices, swimming pools and gyms with changing rooms.
- The minority government will present a bill to parliament as soon as possible and is establishing an expert group to advise on permanent national regulation of body-worn technology.
- Norway is not pursuing a total ban on the devices; private use and usage where others are not at risk of being filmed without consent will remain allowed.
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