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Smart glasses sit on a table in an ICE office with agents in the background.

ICE Bans Meta Smart Glasses Over Privacy Risks

The use of Meta smart glasses poses a significant risk of secretly recording or transmitting sensitive information, compromising privacy and legal protections, which is why ICE has banned their use. These devices essentially act as body-worn cameras, capable of covertly capturing video and audio.

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Smart glasses with a blurred red prohibition symbol in the background.

DEF CON Targets Wearable Recording Devices with New Ban Policy

DEF CON is cracking down on sneaky surveillance tech, announcing a ban on wearable recording devices like smart glasses at its upcoming conference in Las Vegas. Pack your non-recording specs, attendees - no exceptions will be made, even for prescription lenses.

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