Privacy Concerns and Reactions
students AnhPhu Nguyen and Caine Ardayfio developed I-XRAY, a software using Meta smart glasses and to identify strangers and gather their personal information, igniting a widespread privacy debate.
Public reactions to I-XRAY were mixed, with some finding it innovative for networking and others expressing fear over its potential misuse, labeling it as "scary but cool" and "fascinating but dystopian".
Technological Implications and Expert Advice
The creators emphasized I-XRAY's potential for raising awareness about online privacy and assisting in social settings, despite not releasing the code to prevent misuse.
Security expert Daniel Young highlighted the importance of understanding how personal information is used online, advocating for proactive measures to monitor and protect one's data.