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Meta's AI Glasses Privacy Concerns Persist
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- →Meta's AI glasses update addresses privacy concerns but doesn't resolve broader issues.
- →The company's AI strategy still heavily relies on personal data collection.
- →Balancing innovation with privacy remains a significant challenge for Meta.
Meta has introduced a new feature for its AI glasses that disables the camera if the LED recording indicator is tampered with, aiming to alleviate privacy concerns. Despite this, the company continues to pursue AI strategies that involve extensive data collection, such as using public Instagram photos for AI training. This dual approach highlights ongoing privacy challenges, as Meta's history of privacy issues remains a concern for consumers. The new safeguard is a step forward, but broader privacy implications of Meta's AI initiatives continue to draw scrutiny.
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