Albanese government considers ‘world-leading’ ban on smart glasses in public office and buildings

<p>Minister for public service says the devices pose ‘legitimate privacy and security concerns’ in commonwealth-run workplaces </p><p>The Albanese government is considering a “world-leading”<strong> </strong>ban on smart glasses in its offices and service centres as councils around Australia push the technology out of public spaces over privacy fears.</p><p>The government has avoided a sweeping ban on the import of the camera-equipped technology and encouraged individual workplaces to set their own rules.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/sep/17/albanese-government-considers-world-leading-ban-on-smart-glasses-in-public-office-and-buildings">Continue reading...</a>