Amazon’s Smart Glasses Raise Privacy Fears
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Instrumenting delivery workers with camera-equipped smart glasses turns every doorstep into a potential data point — and a privacy flashpoint. If you’re exploring similar wearables, design data minimization and clear worker consent up front, or expect regulatory and reputational drag to outweigh any productivity gains.
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