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Privacy watchdog launches probe into China-based company behind Kmart ‘pervert glasses’ app

In August, Guardian Australia reported Kmart had sold out of the Anko-branded discount version of Meta’s smartglasses that can capture images and record…

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The Guardian reports that in August, Guardian Australia reported Kmart had sold out of the Anko-branded discount version of Meta’s smartglasses that can capture images and record high-definition video, which led…

This technology story centres on China. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Kmart, China-based and HeyCyan.

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Changes in the tech sector often reach consumers quickly through the devices, apps and online services they use every day.

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China · Asia
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The Guardian
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Key names
Kmart, China-based, HeyCyan, Shenzhen Qingcheng
Section
Technology

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