AI Fail of the Week: Proton’s AI Re-Interviews and the Cost of Mandate Before Method

Proton planned AI re-interviews for staff from Nov 4 to 11, tied in an internal email to “continued employment.”

After leaked messages went public, the CEO cancelled them on Oct 30 and the company apologized publicly.

The lesson for every leader: say what AI is for, train the habit first, and never make fear your adoption plan.