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Meta workers can opt out of being tracked at work up to 30 min
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Meta is reducing its plan to track employee computer activity for AI training after receiving internal criticism. Employees can now pause data collection for up to 30 minutes at a time.
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- Praise: Working at Meta allows employees to engage with interesting engineering problems, which can enhance their resumes and professional networks, despite ethical concerns.
- Praise: The ability to opt out of tracking for up to 30 minutes is a small step towards improving employee privacy and reducing stress in a high-pressure environment.
- Concern: The pervasive tracking culture at Meta raises significant ethical concerns, as employees feel they are constantly monitored, which can lead to burnout and distrust.
- Concern: There is a growing sentiment that working for companies like Meta contributes to negative societal impacts, leading to moral dilemmas for employees who prioritize financial stability over ethical considerations.