Meta AI glasses pilot faces privacy scrutiny (opens original article in a new tab)

Meta's AI glasses pilot in Gujarat faces privacy scrutiny as experts warn of risks from always-on cameras and call for safeguards under India's data protection laws.

• Privacy law experts raised concerns about Meta's AI glasses pilot in Gujarat due to potential privacy risks from always-on cameras.
• The DPDP Act in India lacks specific regulations for wearable AI devices, leading to calls for safeguards like data protection impact assessments and strict data retention limits.
• Meta faces regulatory scrutiny in multiple countries over privacy issues, with experts urging public consultation and transparency before deploying the technology.