Norway proposes temporary ban on AI glasses in public spaces over privacy concerns

Norway's government has proposed a temporary ban on AI glasses in certain public spaces, such as healthcare facilities, schools, and parks, to address privacy concerns. The proposal, announced by Minister Torgeir Micaelsen, will be presented to parliament for debate. The ban is not total, allowing private use and exceptions for vulnerable groups. This move reflects growing global concern about technology's impact on privacy, as seen in California's veto of similar legislation and Microsoft's new AI privacy standards for schools.

Norway proposes temporary ban on AI glasses in public spaces over privacy concerns
Published Oct 5, 2026
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