Backlash Forces Meta’s AI Glasses to Face Public Reluctance and Privacy Scrutiny

Meta’s camera-equipped AI Glasses have sparked a growing backlash over privacy and misuse concerns, as influencers are accused of covertly filming interactions and even extorting victims. Amid ongoing privacy lawsuits and criticism of biometric data use, some wearers are now avoiding public use, even as Meta pushes forward with campaigns (including Kylie Jenner) and aims to make smart glasses a smartphone replacement in the long run.