- Meta is planning to track the mouse movements, clicks, and keystrokes of its US employees using internal software for generating high-quality training data to improve AI agents. This initiative will operate on specific work-related apps and websites, with periodic screenshots also used for context.
- The purpose is to allow all Meta employees to contribute to improving their own models by performing their daily tasks.
- This move raises concerns about employee privacy and the potential misuse of captured data. Critics argue that such tracking could lead to invasive surveillance practices.
- Meta has defended this approach, stating it is necessary for creating accurate training datasets that will help AI agents understand human behavior better.
Originally published at arstechnica.com. Curated by AI Maestro.
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