Meta's CTO doesn't want a few 'bad actors' to spoil your view of Meta glasses
"I don't want the discourse to be entirely shaped by this kind of relatively small number of bad actors," said Meta CTO Andrew "Boz" Bosworth.
Meta's Chief Technology Officer Andrew Bosworth expressed his desire that discussions surrounding Meta's AI glasses would not be solely influenced by a small number of "bad actors." During an Instagram AMA, Bosworth addressed privacy concerns regarding the glasses. He emphasized that the majority of users utilize the glasses in normal ways, similar to using a cell phone camera, but with added convenience and hands-free functionality.
Bosworth highlighted privacy features such as an indicator light that activates when recording and anti-tampering mechanisms that stop recording if the light is obstructed. A recent software update addressed a loophole that allowed users to circumvent the recording indicator by covering the light, effectively bricking the device.
Bosworth also touched on Meta's efforts to combat harassing content, including the removal of such material and account bans for repeat offenders. However, the company's moderation practices have faced criticism for being uneven. The backlash against Meta glasses, labeled as "pervert glasses," has led to actions such as Norway's government forming a group to study potential regulations and French prosecutors investigating a criminal case.
Some businesses, like nightclubs and restaurants, are implementing "no Meta glasses" policies to safeguard patrons from unauthorized recording. Meta acknowledges the public perception issue and is reportedly developing a new camera-free version of the glasses, focusing on audio and AI capabilities. Bosworth hinted at more AI glasses developments ahead of Meta's Connect conference, scheduled for September 23.
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