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A dispute within the Italian Pantaleone family over control of the eyewear giant has intensified following a strategic move by a young heir, prolonging a bitter succession conflict.
U.S. immigration police (ICE) have prohibited their agents from using Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses to prevent potential leaks of sensitive information, with plans to develop their own prototype.
Meta has decided to donate 15,000 Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses to Vision Ireland, a national charity for people with visual impairments in Ireland.
The choice of Adonis Georgiadis to wear the Meta Ray-Ban 'smart' glasses continues to spark discussion, with the Minister of Health this time humorously facing the noise that has been created...
K-pop star JENNIE is showcasing new Ray-Ban glasses featuring light-adapting transition lenses that seamlessly shift from clear indoors to tinted outdoors, available in multiple colors.
The US Federal Reserve maintained interest rates despite high inflation, with Chairman Warsh facing scrutiny over the decision. Meanwhile, Meta's AI strategy and future revenue projections are causing investor concern.
Hungarian Fidesz MP János Pócs was observed filming a parliamentary session using smart glasses with a built-in camera. This incident follows previous instances of politicians using recording devices in the chamber.
A bitter family feud among the heirs of eyewear giant EssilorLuxottica over power and money, specifically Ray-Ban billions, has escalated to involve lawyers and courts in Luxembourg.
Heirs of the EssilorLuxottica luxury group are in an open dispute, with one sibling attempting to buy out others to gain control of the company in one of Europe's largest private deals.
Meta announced a new set of smart glasses priced at $299, which is at least $80 cheaper than the second-generation Ray-Ban Meta glasses, as the CEO continues to push for wider adoption of smart wearables.
The heir to the Ray-Ban fortune has intensified efforts to gain control over the family's substantial $11.5 billion wealth.
Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, which appear normal, can film, photograph, and collect information without explicit permission, raising privacy concerns. The article also mentions a sexist comment that resulted in a 65,000 euro fine.
Meta has introduced its new Ray-Ban Meta Blayzer smart glasses, which now offer support for prescription lenses.
At its annual I/O developer conference, Google announced significant advancements in artificial intelligence, including new AI agents and an AI makeover for search. The company also unveiled new smart glasses, marking its return to the wearable tech market.
Connected glasses are making a comeback, fueled by the success of the Meta and Ray-Ban partnership, raising questions about whether they are a passing trend or a revolution, and sparking concerns over privacy.
The heir to the Ray-Ban fortune has received approval for a €10 billion buyout of their siblings' stakes.
Optika Clarus hosted a unique event offering visitors a Ferrari F1 racing simulator experience and an exhibition of Ferrari vehicles, alongside the largest collection of Ray-Ban glasses, a sponsor of the Ferrari F1 team.
Jennie, a member of the K-pop group Blackpink, has been appointed as a global ambassador for Ray-Ban, including its Meta line, expressing her affinity for everyday accessories that become part of one's mood.
Kenya has joined the UK and US in investigating the controversial Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses, expressing concerns that the country is being used as a 'training ground for exploitative and harmful AI.'
Meta's new Ray-Ban smart glasses are facing delays in their European Union release, primarily due to issues related to battery and AI regulations, alongside ongoing supply chain constraints.
Swedish investigation reveals that to train artificial intelligence, workers observe and analyze all videos recorded with smart glasses. Read more
Retail customers have initiated lawsuits concerning tariffs, targeting shipping giant FedEx and the manufacturer of Ray-Bans.
Mark Zuckerberg faced a Los Angeles court for a social media addiction trial, where the judge sternly warned his associates against using AI-powered Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses to record testimony, threatening contempt.
Rapper A$AP Rocky has partnered with Ray-Ban to design a new collection of all-metal eyewear, drawing inspiration from classic silhouettes.
The digitalization minister plans to restrict devices like Meta's Ray-Ban glasses that can continuously record audio and video in public spaces.
Italy is closely following the complex inheritance battle for the Del Vecchio family's Ray-Ban empire, involving eight candidates and assets worth 55 billion euros.
Ray-Ban maker EssilorLuxottica announced that sales of Meta AI glasses more than tripled last year, indicating strong demand for smart eyewear.
Greek Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis stated in parliament that he purchased Ray-Ban Meta glasses to record potential insults or attacks, ensuring he has incidents on camera.
Greek Minister Adonis Georgiadis responded to criticism regarding his use of Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer Gen 2 smart glasses, asserting their compliance with GDPR during a visit to Limnos.
Instagram's head has pledged to crack down on videos showing people filmed without their knowledge by creators using Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, citing harassment concerns.
Residents and business owners in Helsinki report an increasing trend of vendors openly selling a wide range of suspected stolen goods, from alcohol and food to sunglasses and electronics, in broad daylight.
Ray-Ban and Dolce&Gabbana have introduced a new luxury collection of aviator sunglasses, described as looking like they were made for GTA VI.
Meta has introduced new AI-powered smart glasses, priced from 309 euros, dropping the previous Ray-Ban branding. The company launched these display-less, affordable smart glasses with Kylie Jenner.
Apple is reportedly working on smart glasses that could compete with Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses, Google, and Samsung, with a potential market release date in late 2027.
Julius Mondragon, known as 'Computah' on TikTok, is gaining recognition for his unique use of Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses to create engaging videos where he 'programs' people on the streets of Chicago.
Anhphu Nguyen and Caine Ardayfio, known for demonstrating facial recognition on Meta's Ray-Bans, have developed their own AI glasses called Mira, priced at $650, which are now being tested.
The first 'Meet The Tech' event in Espai Movistar, featuring Carmen Santaella, highlighted Ray-Ban Meta devices and surprised attendees with live demonstrations of artificial intelligence, photography, and simultaneous translation.
Google has unveiled new AI-powered smart glasses, marking its return to the smart glasses market over a decade after the initial Google Glass. The company, in collaboration with Samsung, provided a first glimpse of the device ahead of its anticipated fall launch.
Leaked images have revealed Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Glasses, positioning them as a direct competitor to the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses.
A scion of the family behind Ray-Ban is reportedly advancing discussions to acquire the stakes of his siblings in a deal valued at €10 billion, aiming to consolidate control.
A Kenyan outsourcing company, Sama, terminated its contract with Meta and sacked more than 1,000 workers following allegations that staff viewed private scenes filmed by Meta’s Ray-Ban smartglasses.
Meta Platforms has launched two new Ray-Ban prescription smart glasses, expanding its product offerings in the AI-powered gadget market.
Meta is reportedly planning to launch prescription-focused Ray-Ban smart glasses, signaling a continued push into the wearable technology market.
Meta Ray-Bans are reportedly being used in 'fart candle' prank videos, often targeting unsuspecting employees in retail stores.
The Irish data protection authority is demanding answers from Meta regarding reports that recordings from EU users' smart glasses may have been sent to Kenya, following revelations that private content from Meta's Ray-Ban glasses ended up with a subcontractor.
Retail customers file lawsuits over tariffs against FedEx and Ray-Bans maker AP News
Meta's AI-powered Ray-Ban smart glasses are reportedly causing internal corporate wrangling over their pricing strategy.
Mark Zuckerberg took the stand at the Los Angeles Superior Court. Patrick T. Fallon / AFP via Getty Images Zuckerberg's courthouse entourage showed up in Meta Ray-Bans. The judge warned that anybody recording proceedings with smart glasses could face contempt. Meta's smart glasses are surging. Sales tripled in 2025, the company said. As Mark Zuckerberg was ushered into the Los Angeles Superior Court early on Wednesday morning, one accessory in his entourage stood out: Meta Ray-Ban glasses. Zuckerberg, wearing a navy blue suit and tie, arrived without any glasses. Flanking either side of him as he walked up to the courthouse were longtime executive assistant Andrea Besmehn and an unidentified man donning Meta's Ray-Ban glasses. Meta declined to comment about the accessory choice. AI-powered smart glasses weren't just a hot accessory in the California sun. They were a hot topic inside the courtroom. The judge presiding over the trial announced that anyone using glasses to record inside the courtroom would be "held in contempt of the court," according to CNBC. This isn't the first trial where Meta's glasses have caused issues. Last year, while Meta battled the Federal Trade Commission's antitrust allegations, New York Times reporter Mike Isaac posted on X (formerly Twitter) that he had been reprimanded by the court for wearing Meta Ray-Bans. do not wear camera glasses in federal buildings folks 😞 — rat king 🐀 (@MikeIsaac) April 15, 2025 Andrea Besmehn (left) and an unidentified man donning Meta's Ray-Ban glasses while accompanying Zuckerberg. Frederic J. Brown / AFP via Getty Images; Mike Blake/Reuters The glasses cameo came as Zuckerberg took the stand in a Los Angeles trial accusing major social media companies of building addictive products that harm young users. The case centers on a now-20-year-old plaintiff, identified in court filings as "KGM," who alleged that Instagram and YouTube worsened her depression and suicidal thoughts after she started using the apps as a child. TikTok and Snap have already settled, leaving Meta and Google's YouTube as the remaining defendants in the trial, which could shape similar lawsuits nationwide. The trial underway in Los Angeles is focused on design features that plaintiffs say keep teens scrolling. Zuckerberg's testimony follows an earlier appearance from Instagram chief Adam Mosseri. Meta's Ray Ban smart glasses have become a surprise hit. On the company's earnings call last month, Zuckerberg said that sales of the glasses more than tripled in 2025, and compared the moment to the shift from flip phones to smartphones. Meta has increasingly positioned the glasses as a vehicle for its AI ambitions. In addition to taking pictures and playing music, users can ask questions to Meta AI, Meta's AI assistant, about anything that they're looking at through the glasses. Last week, the New York Times reported that Meta is planning to add facial recognition technology to the glasses. Read the original article on Business Insider
Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio has resigned from all his management positions at EssilorLuxottica, the parent company of Ray-Ban, amidst an escalating family dispute over the company's direction. His departure highlights ongoing internal conflicts within the Del Vecchio family regarding the management of Delfin.
Influencers have reportedly ended advertising partnerships for Ray-Ban Meta glasses due to criticism labeling them 'stalker glasses,' though an optician chain defends their sale.
Meta's Ray-Ban smartglasses, with millions reportedly sold, are becoming a popular gadget but are also drawing criticism as 'pervert glasses' due to privacy concerns. There are discussions about a potential ban across the UK.
A bitter family conflict is unfolding over the holding company behind EssilorLuxottica, the owner of the Ray-Ban brand. The dispute could potentially lead to the breakup of the eyewear giant.
A conflict has emerged among the eight heirs of Leonardo Del Vecchio over the future of the Ray-Ban eyewear conglomerate, leading to a search for an external consultant to mediate the dispute.
South Korea's three mobile carriers have launched the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, bringing the AI eyewear to the domestic market with support for the Korean language.
A column discusses Meta's new AI-assisted Ray-Ban glasses, drawing parallels to a 1980s film and questioning whether they bring happiness or act as "spy glasses from hell."
Meta is introducing its own artificial intelligence-powered glasses, aiming to be more affordable than Ray-Ban models and capture the mass market. The device can translate languages, analyze surroundings, and converse with users.
Ray-Ban's most popular sunglasses, a long-standing celebrity staple with a close relationship to Hollywood, are being offered at more than 50% off during Prime Day sales.
A conflict is escalating within the family behind the Ray-Ban glasses conglomerate, with Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio aiming to acquire siblings' shares to become the largest single investor in the Delfin holding company.
A$AP Rocky's new Ray-Ban collection features elevated puffy eyewear styles, offering both colorful and neutral options at affordable prices for statement-makers.
Google is reportedly entering the AI smart glasses market, aiming to challenge Meta's current dominance with its Ray-Ban smart glasses.
Two students from Symbiosis were debarred from an examination after being caught wearing Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses. The incident highlights concerns over technology use during academic assessments.
Meta has rolled out an update for its Ray-Ban smart glasses, enabling users to type using hand gestures, enhancing the device's interactive capabilities.
Leaks suggest Samsung is developing new AI-first smart eyewear, potentially named 'Galaxy Glasses,' with a possible debut in 2026. The new model is anticipated to compete with existing smart glasses on the market.
Meta and EssilorLuxottica have officially launched their Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta AI smart glasses in Singapore, making them available to consumers.
Details regarding the potential features, design, and anticipated release timeline for Apple Glasses have been revealed, positioning them as a possible major upcoming wearable device.
Meta has expanded its Ray-Ban smart glasses line with new prescription-friendly models, but the Data Protection Commission has launched a probe into the devices, raising privacy concerns.
A review highlights six smart glasses beyond Ray-Ban Meta, showcasing how technology has transformed spectacles into advanced gear with features like AR screens and real-time translation.
Contractors working for Meta in Kenya reportedly have access to unredacted raw footage from Ray-Ban smart glasses users, including instances of users undressing, according to a joint report by Svenska Dagbladet and Göteborgs-Posten.
The growing adoption of AI-powered smart glasses, such as Meta's Ray-Bans, is raising questions about privacy and how individuals can detect if they are being watched by these wearables.
Apple is reportedly developing smart glasses, which are being touted as Tim Cook's 'next big thing' and a potential competitor to Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses.
EssilorLuxottica Logs Worst Week In Nearly Four Years As Apple Eyes AI Smart Glasses Shares of EssilorLuxottica SA are on track for their worst weekly decline in nearly four years, as competition in the smart-glasses market intensified this week following reports that Apple plans to launch AI-powered smart glasses in 2027. EssilorLuxottica manufactures the smart glasses that Meta sells under the Ray-Ban partnership. These glasses are in the sub-$500 category, which proves that affordability wins. Meta nailed that sweet spot in pricing, while Tim Cook's $3,500 Vision Pro has been an epic bust and failed to achieve mass adoption. It's not just Apple. Citigroup analyst Veronika Dubajova noted this week that her team "expects a number of competitive launches in the smart eyewear market over the next 12 to 24 months." Bloomberg-tracked Wall Street analyst ratings show no meaningful wave of downgrades following this week's Apple news, with roughly 93% of covering analysts maintaining a "Buy" recommendation. Stifel analyst Cedric Rossi said that the entry of Apple and Google into the smart-glasses market represents more of a catalyst than a threat. "Their presence should accelerate consumer awareness and expand the total addressable market," he told clients earlier this week, adding that EssilorLuxottica "retains several key competitive advantages." Shares of EssilorLuxottica in Paris are down about 10% this week, marking their largest weekly decline since the first week of March 2022. From the 2025 peak, shares are down 26%. Goldman analyst Jerry Shen recently published a detailed view of the AI and AR glasses supply chain, breaking it down by the companies that supply the critical components behind these devices (see report). Tim Cook blew it with Vision Pro ... Meta takes the win. Apple has to focus on affordability ... Tyler Durden Fri, 02/20/2026 - 08:20
Apple is reportedly accelerating its efforts to develop smart glasses, aiming to create a more accessible and competitive product against Meta's AI-powered Ray-Ban glasses after its high-priced Vision Pro struggled.