Sümeyra Teymur, CEO of Haberler.com: Meta Smart Glasses Threaten Privacy

The CEO of Haberler.com, Sümeyra Teymur, made important statements about the innovations provided by the smart glasses developed by Meta and the dangers they carry. Teymur expressed her concerns regarding the privacy and security of personal data at the current stage of technology, saying:

"Now, in my view, these glasses you see are not just glasses; they are a smart device. With these glasses, I can listen to music and talk on the phone. But more importantly, the parts that look like accessories on either side of these glasses are actually cameras. This means I can take photos and videos with these glasses. What does this mean? It means that when I enter any social environment, I can take photos and videos of people without anyone noticing."

This statement highlights the ethical issues that could arise while expanding the potential use cases of smart devices. It is particularly thought that with the integration of artificial intelligence, smart glasses could pose a greater threat to individuals' privacy.

More Possibilities with Artificial Intelligence

Teymur stated that beyond the current features of smart glasses, they could be taken to a much more advanced level with the integration of artificial intelligence. For example, she mentioned that it might be possible for the glasses to identify a person through an internet connection and access detailed information about them:

"This device does not currently have these features, but it may have them in the future. For instance, when I look at someone, I could take their photo and search for it on the internet to access all their information. This means you could learn the names, surnames, or everything shared online by everyone around you in a social setting. It's like everyone carrying their identity information above their heads. It could become possible to know who people are, their contact information, and other online shares."

Opportunities and Threats for Users

Meta's smart glasses not only pose a threat to personal data but also offer opportunities in various fields. For example, such devices can facilitate business processes, especially in logistics, education, and healthcare. However, as Sümeyra Teymur emphasized, these innovations could completely change the understanding of societal privacy if used uncontrollably.

Experts evaluating the individual and societal impacts of technology are discussing both the advantages and potential harms of these devices. With the widespread adoption of smart glasses, it is emphasized that security and ethical issues, as well as legal regulations, need to be re-evaluated.

Teymur highlighted the effects that such technologies could have on society, stating that the threats to personal data have reached a new dimension:

"In summary, technology has threatened our personal data until now. However, the artificial intelligence-supported devices awaiting us in the future will become much more dangerous."

The Technology of the Future: Convenience or Threat?

Devices developed by technology giants like Meta are prompting us to rethink the place of technology in our lives. Users will have to strike a balance between the conveniences offered by these innovations and the threats to privacy. It seems that in the future, personal data security will become a more complex and challenging struggle.