Firing employees for simulated keyboard activity highlights the dangers of perverse incentives

A recent Wells Fargo scandal involving the dismissal of employees for faking keyboard activity sparks a deeper conversation about the complexities of work in the age of AI and automation. This incident highlights the blurred lines between actual work and perceived productivity, urging businesses to reconsider what they measure and reward. The podcast dissects various hypothetical scenarios to understand the root cause of these dismissals and explores the broader implications for employee oversight and workplace ethics in an increasingly automated environment.