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news Scmp World 2026-04-12

Chinese Firm Faces Controversy Over AI Worker Using Ex-Employee Data

A Chinese company has drawn controversy for developing an AI 'digital worker' based on a former employee's data after their resignation. The company reportedly used this artificial intelligence to continue performing tasks previously managed by the departed human resources staff.


A Chinese company has sparked controversy after it reportedly used a former employee’s data to create an artificial intelligence (AI) human to continue working following his resignation. A game company in Shandong province in northern China has attracted attention after turning a former employee into an AI-powered “digital worker” which continued performing tasks after their resignation. The employee, whose personal details remain unclear, previously worked as an human resources (HR)...

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