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Sydney council bans AI smart glasses at pools over privacy fears

Canterbury-Bankstown council in Sydney voted to ban AI smart glasses at local pools, citing concerns about covert filming. This follows similar bans in Brisbane and Yarra, indicating a growing trend of local governments restricting the technology. The move highlights rising public anxiety over AI-enabled surveillance and privacy, though enforcement and legal implications remain unclear.

Guardian Worldabout 20 hours agoAUengCredibility 29%View source

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