Norway plans temporary limits on AI glasses in selected places
The government wants temporary restrictions in selected public and privacy-sensitive settings, citing the risk of recording people without their knowledge.
A proposed restriction
Norway’s government said on October 5 that it plans to propose a temporary ban on AI glasses in selected places. According to Reuters, the concern is that people could be photographed, filmed or audio-recorded without knowing it. Digitalisation and Public Governance Minister Torgeir Micaelsen described that risk in the government’s statement. The proposal has not been enacted, and the government said it would bring a bill to parliament as soon as possible.
Scope still to be decided
Reuters reported that possible covered settings include parks, beaches, museums, shopping centres and public events, as well as schools, playgrounds, doctors’ offices and changing areas. Those examples describe places under consideration, not a settled legal list. The government said it is not seeking a total ban: private use, or use that does not put others at risk of being recorded without consent, would remain possible under its plan. Officials will also examine whether the rule should cover camera-and-audio glasses, glasses with AI functions, or other body-worn recording devices. An expert group is to advise on permanent national regulation. The final text and timetable therefore remain open.