GoKawiilNorway to propose temporary ban on AI glasses in parks, schools and beaches
Norway's center-left government announced plans to introduce legislation banning the use of AI glasses in certain public places, including parks, beaches, schools and kindergartens. The government will also form an expert group to develop permanent national regulations, according to digitalization minister Torgeir Micaelsen.
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This marks one of the first instances of a national government moving to restrict AI-enabled wearables, a step that could influence how other countries approach regulation of devices like Meta's smart glasses. The move follows concerns from Norwegian institutions—including Oslo schools and energy company Equinor—about covert recording, suggesting public and institutional pressure may be driving faster policy responses than typical tech regulation timelines.
- Norway plans a temporary ban on AI glasses in public spaces like parks, schools and beaches.
- An expert group will be established to propose permanent nationwide rules.
- Oslo schools and Equinor have already imposed their own bans over privacy concerns.
Source: arstechnica.com, 2026-10-05
Published there as: “AI glasses face their first major government crackdown”
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