Norway’s government proposes a temporary ban on AI glasses in selected public areas, citing privacy concerns. The plan is designed to limit situations where people could be filmed or recorded without their knowledge, according to multiple reports.
The proposed restrictions would apply to venues where the public commonly gathers, including parks, beaches, schools, and kindergartens, with some coverage also mentioning spaces such as museums, shopping centres, and public events. The Financial Times reports the measure would prohibit the technology’s use in these settings for a limited period.
Across outlets, the central focus is the same: privacy risks associated with smart or AI-enabled glasses and the possibility of unconsented recording. Differences largely relate to which locations are listed and how detailed the reporting is on the bill’s scope, but all describe the initiative as Norway taking an early step to restrict the devices while the government advances the proposal.
