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Norway Proposes Temporary Ban on AI Glasses in Public Spaces

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Norway has proposed a temporary ban on the use of AI glasses in selected public places due to privacy concerns. The ban will apply to areas such as parks, beaches, schools, and kindergartens, with a draft law expected to be presented to parliament soon.

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This marks the first major government crackdown on AI glasses, reflecting growing privacy concerns over wearable technology.

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Norway's center-left government will introduce a law to parliament soon on a temporary ban for AI glasses.

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The proposed ban is a 'high priority' for Norway's government.

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Analysts at Counterpoint Research estimate consumers will spend more than $1 trillion on wearable devices between 2026 and 2032.

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AI glasses face their first major government crackdown

Ars Technica·2h ago