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AI glasses face their first major government crackdown

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Norway's center-left government announced a temporary ban on AI glasses in selected public places like parks and schools, citing privacy concerns. The move aims to assess technology risks before establishing permanent national rules, with Torgeir Micaelsen, the digitalization minister, warning that unmonitored recording poses significant risks to individuals. This represents a significant regulatory shift in Scandinavia regarding wearable AI devices.

Key points

• Norway's center-left government proposed a temporary ban on AI glasses in selected public places such as parks, beaches, schools, and kindergartens.
• Torgeir Micaelsen, Norway's digitalization minister, stated that the temporary ban will allow time for thorough assessment and informed debate before permanent regulation.

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