Governments and Institutions Draw the Line on AI Glasses

As Norway prepares a national temporary ban due to the covert recording features offered by artificial intelligence and smart glasses, various institutions in Australia, the US, and the UK have also implemented usage restrictions and confiscation policies.

Temporary Ban Bill in Norway

The Norwegian government is considering introducing a temporary ban on AI glasses in parks, beaches, schools, doctor's offices, and gyms with changing rooms.

Minister of Digitalisation and Public Administration Torgeir Micaelsen expressed concern over people being filmed without their knowledge, and the drafted bill is planned to be submitted to parliament.

Institutional and Local Measures

AI glasses were banned in schools in Oslo as of August 27, and the country's largest bank, DNB, also banned these devices from its offices in September citing sensitive customer information.

Courts, schools, and public institutions in Australia, the US, and the UK have similarly implemented entry confiscation and usage restriction policies.

European Data Protection Board Regulations

The European Data Protection Board published its first guidance on smart glasses, designating hospitals, schools, and workplaces as high-risk areas.

In accordance with the published guidance, manufacturers are required to provide clear recording warnings that people in the vicinity can notice.