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AI startup Optifye.ai uses machine vision to monitor and critique factory workers.

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An AI startup called Optifye.ai, supported by Y Combinator, is developing a performance monitoring system for factory workers. The system uses machine vision to track workers' hand movements and output, presenting the data in graphs for managers to analyze efficiency. A demo video showcased a skit illustrating how factory bosses would utilize the Optifye.ai platform. AI

IMPACT This product could lead to increased surveillance and potential dehumanization of factory workers, impacting labor practices.

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AI startup Optifye.ai uses machine vision to monitor and critique factory workers.

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