Source: Heise Online

Germany is moving forward with a draft law aimed at restricting the use of artificial intelligence (AI) for workplace surveillance. The proposed legislation seeks to regulate how AI systems can be used to monitor employees, particularly in areas like productivity tracking, behavior analysis, and the collection of personal data. The draft law is part of a broader effort to protect workers’ privacy and ensure that AI technologies are used ethically in the workplace.

The law would impose strict limitations on the types of data that can be collected through AI surveillance and would require companies to obtain consent from employees before implementing AI-driven monitoring systems. Additionally, companies would need to demonstrate that the use of AI surveillance is necessary and proportionate to the business needs at hand.

The article highlights concerns from labor unions and privacy advocates, who argue that AI surveillance can lead to violations of workers' rights and exacerbate workplace inequalities. The draft law aims to strike a balance between the benefits of AI in improving workplace efficiency and the need to protect employees' privacy and dignity.