Meta bans harassment videos filmed with Ray‑Ban smart glasses on Instagram

Meta Instagram policy Ray‑Ban smart glasses harassment videos privacy

Meta announced a new Instagram policy that removes any videos captured with its Ray‑Ban Meta smart glasses when the content harasses or exploits individuals. The policy was presented by Instagram head Adam Mosseri in an Instagram Story. It targets recordings of harassment, non‑consensual filming, pranks and pickup attempts. Two Instagram accounts, each with more than one million followers, were deactivated for violating the rule.

The move follows earlier updates to the glasses that disable the camera if unauthorized touching is detected and a built‑in indicator light meant to signal recording. Meta is facing regulatory scrutiny in the United States and the European Commission over privacy concerns tied to the devices. Details on how the policy will be enforced have not been disclosed.

Entities: Adam Mosseri · Instagram · Meta Platforms Inc. · Meta Platforms, Inc. · Ray‑Ban Meta smart glasses · Ray‑Ban smart glasses · United States

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[● 2 SOURCES] Meta updated the smart glasses to disable the camera if unauthorized touching is detected. (Meta product update)
[● 4 SOURCES] Meta has not detailed the specific enforcement mechanisms for the new Instagram policy. (Meta statement)
[● 5 SOURCES] The policy targets videos of harassment, non‑consensual filming, pranks, and pickup attempts. (Meta policy text)
[● 3 SOURCES] Meta is under regulatory scrutiny in the United States and the European Commission over privacy concerns relating to the glasses. (Regulatory reports)
[● 4 SOURCES] Ray‑Ban Meta smart glasses include a built‑in indicator light intended to signal when recording is in progress. (Meta product description)
[● 5 SOURCES] At least two Instagram accounts with over one million followers were deactivated for violating the policy. (Meta/Bureau investigation)
[● 6 SOURCES] Meta introduced a new Instagram policy banning videos filmed with its Ray‑Ban smart glasses that harass individuals. (Meta platforms policy announcement)
[● 6 SOURCES] Instagram head Adam Mosseri announced the policy via an Instagram Story. (Instagram announcement)