{
  "id": 507665,
  "title": "Those Anti-AI, Dumb Sunglasses Were a Smart Move: They Sold Out",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/02/those-anti-ai-dumb-sunglasses-were-a-smart-move-they-sold-out",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-02T15:50:45.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "CNET",
    "slug": "cnet",
    "url": "https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/those-anti-ai-dumb-sunglasses-were-a-smart-move-they-sold-out/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "DuckDuckGo's recent release of anti-AI sunglasses proved to be a savvy decision. The internet privacy advocate produced plain, traditional sunglasses that lack cameras, signaling their stance against invasive AI technology. Partnering with eyewear company Knockaround, DuckDuckGo sold a chic, simple design reminiscent of classic Wayfarers. The matte black frames, adorned with a subtle DuckDuckGo logo, offered polarized lenses and UV400 protection. Priced at $35, the sunglasses sold out in their first batch, with more arriving for pre-order. Customers could preorder the second batch, estimated to ship from November 19 to 30. The sunglasses, dubbed \"Normal F* ****** Sunglasses,\" have garnered immense attention, with the initial announcement video garnering 3.5 million views on TikTok. The DuckDuckGo representative explained that the company aimed to protest AI surveillance by releasing these \"dumb\" glasses, emphasizing the importance of privacy-respecting technology.",
  "summary": "A new batch of Normal F****** Sunglasses is on the way. “Useless for perverts,” The Onion says.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}