British pub tycoon, founder of JD Wetherspoon
A wave of venues from cinemas to festivals are tightening rules on camera-enabled smart glasses amid privacy and piracy concerns. Burning Man stresses consent in photography, while Meta faces pressure over possible future features. Last week, a new patent described a hardware privacy mute circuit that could switch off sensors to prevent recording.
Reuters and independent sources report JD Wetherspoon’s profit outlook has worsened amid higher food, labour and energy costs, as like-for-like sales rise modestly but profit guidance remains cautious. The update follows World Cup-driven sales boosts and a challenging cost environment.
The Guardian and other outlets report increasing concern over Meta’s Ray‑Ban smartglasses. Pubs, theatres and schools ban or restrict wearables to protect privacy as regulators weigh rules. While advocates highlight accessibility benefits, critics warn surreptitious filming and harassment threaten safety in public spaces.