Opinion: Finance workers are used to surveillance, just not like this

Remote workers may understand the need for surveillance, but that doesn’t mean they’re happy about it. — Bloomberg

As the global pandemic shut down offices and sent professionals home to work, some in the financial industry have been unnerved to see their private space invaded by the rules, regulations and surveillance they usually leave at work. Bankers find their phone calls recorded, keystrokes monitored, and bathroom breaks tracked, reported Bloomberg’s Stefania Spezzati in a recent article.

The reason is understandable: “Insider trading, manipulation and improper use of own accounts are all elevated risks when dealers are home alone,” she wrote. But just because people understand the reasons – and may be grateful to still enjoy good health and well-paid jobs – doesn’t mean they’re happy about the surveillance.