# AI glasses face their first major government crackdown

https://mins.news/en/item/86699

- Ars Technica, 2026-10-05 13:39 UTC
- Tech
- Original: https://arstechnica.com/ai/2026/10/ai-glasses-face-their-first-major-government-crackdown/

> Norway has become the first major country to propose a temporary ban on AI glasses in selected public places, citing privacy concerns. The center-left government plans to submit legislation soon covering parks, beaches, schools and kindergartens, while an expert group develops recommendations for permanent national rules.

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