Delhi man says Meta glasses filmed him without consent, seeks Rs 2.05 crore
A Delhi man has filed a legal notice against Meta and an Instagram creator for filming him without consent using Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses. The claimant is seeking significant damages, arguing that the incident highlights privacy risks associated with wearable camera technology.
Why it matters
This case serves as a critical test for corporate liability regarding privacy harms caused by the design of consumer-facing smart devices.
A cup of coffee at a Delhi café has turned into an unusual legal dispute involving Meta, Instagram and a pair of smart glasses.A Delhi man has sent a legal notice to Meta Platforms and an Instagram creator, alleging that he was filmed without his knowledge using Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses and that the footage was later uploaded on Instagram. He is seeking Rs 2.05 crore in damages, besides the removal of the video and an apology.The notice was issued on August 24 through advocate Apar Gupta, with digital rights organisation Internet Freedom Foundation (IFF) providing legal assistance.
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