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Meta removed facial recognition code from its smart glasses after it was discovered, indicating potential concerns about privacy or regulatory issues.

TechnologyPrivacyLegal IssuesJun 9, 2026score 1.002 posts · 2 replies across 2 instances
Meta removed facial recognition code from its smart glasses following its discovery, raising concerns about privacy and biometric data usage. The quick removal suggests potential regulatory or ethical concerns, though the company has not provided detailed reasons.

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Meta removed facial recognition code from its smart glasses after it was discovered, indicating potential concerns about privacy or regulatory issues.
Parent: TechnologyEntity: Meta smart glassesImpact: negativeDate: Jun 9, 2026 - Jun 10, 2026Target: Meta's decision to remove facial recognition code from its smart glasses

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One day after discovery, Meta pulls facial recognition code from its smart glasses Meta won't say why or whether it's coming back. https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2026/06/one-day-after-discovery-meta-pulls-facial-recognition-code-from-its-smart-glasses/?utm_brand=arstechnica&utm_social-type=owned&utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social
50 boosts · 22 favs · 2 replies · Jun 9, 2026
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One day after discovery, #Meta pulls facial recognition code from its smart glasses #privacy #biometrics #facialrecognition https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2026/06/one-day-after-discovery-meta-pulls-facial-recognition-code-from-its-smart-glasses/
3 boosts · 2 favs · 0 replies · Jun 10, 2026
#facialrecognition#biometrics#privacy#meta