Uploaded September 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Smart glasses such as Meta’s look almost indistinguishable from ordinary eyewear—but they can record videos, take photos, and capture audio. That is precisely why they are facing growing criticism in Germany.
Hamburg’s Commissioner for Data Protection considers covert filming with Meta Smart Glasses unlawful, prompting discussion of a possible ban. Watch the video to find out how such a ban might be justified.
This social media series is a new collaborative project involving nine media partners across Europe. Each week, a journalist from a different country highlights a timely issue that has sparked national debate and could resonate across the continent.
#metaglasses #verbot #datenschutz #meta #POVEurope #arteinfo
Smart glasses such as Meta’s look almost indistinguishable from ordinary eyewear—but they can record videos, take photos, and capture audio. That is precisely why they are facing growing criticism in Germany.
Hamburg’s Commissioner for Data Protection considers covert filming with Meta Smart Glasses unlawful, prompting discussion of a possible ban. Watch the video to find out how such a ban might be justified.
This social media series is a new collaborative project involving nine media partners across Europe. Each week, a journalist from a different country highlights a timely issue that has sparked national debate and could resonate across the continent.
#metaglasses #verbot #datenschutz #meta #POVEurope #arteinfo
