The Rs 2.05 crore question: Can Meta be blamed for what its glasses record?
He has alleged he was covertly filmed with Ray-Ban Meta glasses and turned into subject of viral content. His legal notice now raises a larger question: Can Meta be held responsible for designing eyewear that allows unsuspecting bystanders to be recorded?
A Delhi man has taken legal action against an Instagram creator and Meta Platforms after alleging he was covertly filmed using Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, with the footage later posted on Instagram and garnering over 4.19 lakh views. The victim, referred to as X, has demanded the removal of the video, an apology, and ₹2.05 crore in damages.
In addition to seeking compensation from the Instagram creator, X has also sought to hold Meta responsible for the actions of the creator and the technology behind the camera-equipped glasses. The case, if decided by a court, would raise important questions about the liability of smart-glasses manufacturers for harm allegedly enabled by their products' design and marketing.
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