A government minister has signaled potential new restrictions on the sale of smart glasses, citing growing concerns over their use in covert filming of women. The move follows reports of the technology being exploited for unauthorized recording, prompting discussions about limiting access to specific groups. Officials are weighing measures that could prevent certain individuals from purchasing the devices, though no formal policy has yet been announced. The development reflects broader debates over balancing technological innovation with privacy and safety protections.
Minister hints at restriction on selling technology ‘to certain users’ amid worries over surreptitious filming of womenThe government is considering placing restrictions on smart glasses amid concerns the technology is being used to surreptitiously film women, a minister has said.Speaking in the House of Commons, the safeguarding minister, Satvir Kaur, hinted at a ban on selling the technology “to certain users”. Continue reading...
