The author shares personal experiences with intrusive surveillance tech as a remote contractor, expressing concern over the increasing use of such technology. The article suggests that the rise of this tech is fueled by AI advancements and a growing mistrust for remote work, despite the negative impact on employee morale.
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- AI technology, while advanced, is still prone to mistakes and is in its early stages in many areas.
- Employee-monitoring software, or 'bossware', is increasing in use, aided by AI, despite its negative impact on employee morale.
- There is a growing distrust for remote work, which is contributing to the rise of intrusive employee surveillance technology.