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Tracked, Timed, and Pushed Harder: Hotel Workers Push Back on “Robot Boss” Apps

More Stress, Fewer Breaks: Hotel Housekeepers Reveal What It’s Like Working for an App

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While some find the app useful, many say it strips away autonomy and increases pressure without better pay. Unions have begun pushing back, winning limited protections, but with few nationwide rules, most workers remain subject to algorithm-driven management that prioritizes productivity over working conditions.

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