Australia Considers Ban on Smart Glasses in Public Offices Over Privacy Concerns

The federal Labor government in Australia is exploring a potential ban on smart glasses inside public offices and government buildings. Officials are considering the measure as part of a new set of rules regarding artificial intelligence and privacy. Minister Katy Gallagher is currently looking into the policy, following public concern over the wearable devices. Critics and officials have labeled the technology as invasive, with some dubbing the gadgets creepy due to their built-in recording capabilities. This potential move follows earlier actions by Australia to restrict social media use, making it one of the first countries to eye such world-leading regulations on emerging tech products in official spaces.