Microsoft Teams will record workplace presence starting December 2025 by detecting connections to office Wi-Fi, aiming to aid hybrid work setups. The feature automatically sets user status based on their location, raising potential data privacy concerns and necessitating employee consent and management activation for use. Critics warn it could undermine trust in remote work practices, emphasizing the need for legal compliance under GDPR and labor laws.
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