ICE Bars Its Workers From Wearing Meta’s Smart Glasses on the Job
- Posted on August 18, 2026
- Privacy
- By The New York Times
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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has implemented a comprehensive ban on Meta's smart glasses technology within its workforce, citing significant data protection and surveillance risks. This decision reflects growing institutional concerns about recording capabilities and biometric data collection embedded in wearable devices. The move aligns ICE with other government agencies and private sector employers who have adopted similar restrictions to safeguard employee privacy and maintain operational security standards in sensitive work environments.
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ICE Bars Its Workers From Wearing Meta’s Smart Glasses on the Job
The agency joins a growing number of workplaces and groups to ban Meta’s devices, which have spurred privacy concerns. continue reading...
