Australia seeks "world leading" ban on smart glasses in federal workplaces

Australia's government is considering a ban on wearing Meta smart glasses in federal workplaces over privacy risks. Public Service Minister Katy Gallagher requested commission advice and will convene a roundtable with Microsoft and Commonwealth Bank on AI rules at work.

• The ban could be the first national restriction on smart glasses
• Gallagher cited risks of recording and information collection
• Roundtable with Microsoft and Commonwealth Bank on AI at work
• Meta promised to block accounts and cameras of violators