Workers have always been monitored by their bosses, first through output targets, and then via computer software labelled ‘bossware’. But AI is transforming the capabilities of these systems, processing huge volumes of data to provide minute-by-minute accounts of activity, and productivity. To find out more, Ian Sample hears from UK technology editor Robert Booth. He explains which sectors are adopting this approach, why they are doing it, and how it could end up being counterproductive. Teachers at Euan Blair firm report ‘horrendous stress’ after AI used to rate their work Support the Guardian: theguardian.com/sciencepod Continue reading...
Is your boss watching you? The rise of AI surveillance at work – podcast
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Workers have always been monitored by their bosses, first through output targets, and then via computer software labelled ‘bossware’. But AI is transforming the capabilities of these systems, processing huge volumes of data to provide minute-by-minute accounts of activity, and productivity. To find out more, Ian Sample hears from UK technology editor Robert Booth. He explains which sectors are adopting this approach, why they are doing it, and how it could end up being counterproductive. Teachers at Euan Blair firm report ‘horrendous stress’ after AI used to rate their work Support the Guardian: theguardian.com/sciencepod Continue reading...
SourceThe Guardian AIAuthor: Presented by Ian Sample, with Robert Booth, produced by Joshan Chana, sound design by Ross Burns, the executive producer was Ellie Bury
Is your boss watching you? The rise of AI surveillance at work – podcast
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