US police warn of security risk from Meta smart glasses
Police departments across the US, including the NYPD, have issued memos warning that Meta smart glasses could be used to secretly record inside law enforcement and detention facilities. The warnings were prompted by videos posted online showing facility interiors filmed with these glasses, which resemble ordinary eyewear but contain discreet cameras. Law enforcement agencies are concerned about potential security and counterintelligence risks if sensitive facility details are recorded and shared.
- NYPD memo warns officers about Meta smart glasses
- Videos of detention centers filmed with smart glasses surfaced online
- Police departments nationwide express similar concerns
- Smart glasses appear similar to regular eyewear
- Facilities may increase inspections for hidden recording devices
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