The PC Pro Podcast Episode 760: Not content with taking our jobs, AI is now taking our CVs too
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Sep 25, 2025 The team dives into LinkedIn's controversial policy change allowing AI to use member data, igniting concerns around consent and privacy. They discuss Nvidia's hefty investment in Intel, hinting at exciting developments in the tech landscape. Meta's smart glasses face technical hiccups during demos, revealing their limitations. Plus, a unique story about hacking San Francisco's parking system and Austria's shift to LibreOffice for cost savings adds to the mix. Don’t miss their review of the Devolo Wi-Fi 6 Router 3600 5G!
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LinkedIn's AI Training Uses Member Data
- LinkedIn will use member data to train its AI under a "legitimate interest" basis, letting users opt out rather than requiring consent.
- Olivia warns transparency and ICO engagement helped, but users may not truly understand how their data will be used.
Legitimate Interest Requires Balancing Tests
- Relying on legitimate interest requires a balancing test against users' rights and appropriate safeguards.
- The ICO engaged with LinkedIn and seems more comfortable after clearer opt-out and transparency improvements.
Opt Out If You Don't Want AI Training
- If you don't want LinkedIn to train AI on your profile data, opt out in settings or submit a data processing objection.
- Check settings now because LinkedIn set a notice window before the change on November 3, 2025.