The 'robot relations' department may become reality in workplace of the future

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AI, from chatbots to humanoids and automated management systems, are being widely deployed by corporations with huge repercussions for worker pay and autonomy.

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  • Reported by CNBC World and published Sun, 20 Sep 2026 14:37:34 UTC.

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