Norway to Tighten Regulations on Smart Glasses to Protect Privacy

Norway announced plans to tighten regulations on smart glasses, including a potential ban on facial recognition features in public spaces. Digitalization Minister Kjersti Torngren stated that an expert team will be formed to recommend ways to protect consumers from AI technologies. Smart glasses allow users to take photos and videos, raising privacy concerns. Torngren warned against using these devices for surveillance, emphasizing the need for guidelines in both public and private sectors.