Pop star Lorde publicly criticized Meta's AI glasses during a performance, calling them "fucked up" and "not sexy." Her comments come amid growing privacy concerns and investigations into the technology.
Lorde's public denouncement of Meta's AI glasses, coupled with ongoing privacy concerns and strong sales figures, highlights a growing tension between technological advancement and public acceptance, particularly regarding data privacy and ethical use.
Pop star Lorde publicly voiced her strong disapproval of Meta's AI glasses during a recent performance at the Mad Cool Festival in Madrid. Addressing the audience, Lorde described the technology as "fucked up" and declared them "not sexy," urging people not to buy them. Her comments highlight growing concerns about privacy and the blurring lines between reality and technology, especially as the glasses are equipped with cameras and AI features.
Lorde's remarks come at a time when Meta's smart glasses are facing increased scrutiny. Security experts have raised alarms about potential privacy violations, and the company is reportedly involved in investigations and lawsuits alleging misuse of the technology for harassment and extortion. Despite these concerns, sales of the Ray-Ban x Meta glasses have been robust. EssilorLuxottica, the manufacturer, reported selling over 7 million units in 2025, a figure more than triple the combined sales of the previous two years. Lorde's statement, delivered shortly before Jennie, a known ambassador for the product, took the stage, adds a prominent voice to the debate surrounding the ethical implications and public perception of AI-powered wearable technology.