Data Protection Meta hits pause on AI-powered employee tracking after internal data leak Privacy lapse reignites concerns over workplace surveillance as US lawmakers push new limits on employer monitoring and algorithmic management iStock.com/Kira-Yan Image Josh Stephens Senior Reporter Tuesday 23 June 2026 Meta is temporarily pausing its controversial AI tracking program after revelations that it had made private employee data available to all staff. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Activism Livestream meltdown exposes growing unrest over Meta’s AI strategy Monitoring Meta eases tracking programme after staff backlash Artificial Intelligence Meta’s AI ambitions turn workers’ clicks and keystrokes into chatbot training data Artificial Intelligence AI adoption meets its first conscientious objector