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New York Bans Smart Glasses Across 1,240 Courts

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Feed Name: TechRepublic Security

Date Published: 2026-07-10

Date Updated: 2026-07-20

Author: Kezia Jungco

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New York's Unified Court System will require anyone entering state and local courthouses to surrender camera-equipped smart glasses and headwear beginning July 20 to prevent unauthorized recordings; the memo cites privacy and legal concerns, notes enforcement challenges with discreet recording devices and indicator lights, and highlights compliance and accessibility implications for employers and wearable manufacturers.

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