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Smashing Security
Dishy DDoS dramas, and mining our minds for data
Dec 5, 2024
Imagine a CEO arrested for weaponizing satellite receivers! Delve into the murky waters of workplace surveillance like bossware and the unsettling rise of AI that reads our emotions. What does this mean for our jobs? Are cognitive fitness earbuds a blessing or an invasion of privacy? And don’t miss a captivating exploration of unique former retail architecture! With laughs and surprises, the hosts dissect tech's impact on our lives, combining humor with chilling insights into today's digital world.
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- The arrest of a CEO for turning satellite receivers into DDoS attack tools highlights serious legal and ethical implications in technology misuse.
- The rise of 'bossware' and affective computing raises concerns about employee privacy, autonomy, and the potential for a dystopian workplace.
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Dishy Business and Employee Risks
The podcast discusses the evolving landscape of workplace dynamics, highlighting concerns surrounding employee monitoring and the impact on work culture. As organizations adapt to remote working environments, employers are increasingly using monitoring software, known as 'bossware', to track productivity and behaviors. This trend has generated anxiety among employees, many of whom worry about job security as companies turn to algorithms and data analytics to evaluate performance. The conversation underscores the importance of balancing workplace oversight with employee privacy and trust.
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