SMRTR AIJul 13, 2026Daily.dev

The AI penalty: workers punished for using AI honestly

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Workers who openly admit using AI tools are being passed over for promotions and raises, while those who hide their AI use face fewer consequences. Researchers call this the "AI penalty," where managers assume the machine did most of the work, punishing honest employees and pushing others toward secrecy.

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