Smart glasses in sights of Fringe venue, Adelaide City Council
As local governments in parts of Australia introduce bans on smart glasses, an Adelaide city councillor and a prominent Fringe venue are floating the idea of significantly restricting use of the devices in public spaces.
Adelaide's city council is considering investigating restrictions on AI smart glasses in public places, with a councillor proposing a motion for an investigation. This comes amid concerns over covert recording of individuals without their consent. A prominent Adelaide Fringe venue, Gluttony, has also signaled potential support for a ban.
A bill to outlaw smart glasses in certain settings is set to go before South Australian parliament. However, some argue that restrictions should be coordinated at state and federal levels, as the technology has legitimate uses, particularly for blind or low-vision users. Adelaide councillor Phillip Martin expressed particular concern for women and children who may be subjected to covert recording.
He cited reports of men approaching women to record their responses, which were later shared on social media. The councillor pointed out that children should be able to play in playgrounds and parks without the threat of being recorded without their knowledge or consent.
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