In a growing trend, employers are deploying AI tools that monitor employee behavior in real time, from keystrokes to biometric data. While framed as a productivity booster, the practice raises serious legal and ethical concerns about privacy, consent, and workplace autonomy.

Labor advocates argue that unchecked surveillance can create a climate of fear, erode trust, and disproportionately target marginalized workers. Courts are beginning to scrutinize such practices under existing employment and data‑protection laws, but many companies remain ahead of regulatory frameworks.

To ensure justice, businesses must adopt transparent policies, obtain informed consent, and limit data use to legitimate business purposes. Independent audits and employee representation can help hold firms accountable and protect workers’ rights in the digital age.

Source: observer.com