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Rochester bus drivers monitored by intrusive AI system

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Bus drivers in Rochester, Minnesota, are reportedly being monitored by an artificial intelligence system. Documents obtained through a Freedom of Information Act request reveal the AI technology tracks alleged infractions such as distracted driving and running red lights. At least one city official has acknowledged that the system feels intrusive to the drivers. AI

IMPACT Raises concerns about employee privacy and the ethical deployment of AI in workplace surveillance.

RANK_REASON AI-adjacent product launch (monitoring system)

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Rochester bus drivers monitored by intrusive AI system

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