<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>McDonald’s AI hiring bot, 'Olivia', associated with McHire, was hacked due to a simple username and password, exposing data of about 64 million job applicants.</li><li>The exposed data included candidate interactions, personal information, and raised concerns about cybersecurity in automated hiring systems.</li><li>'Olivia' streamlined the hiring process for McDonald’s franchises, but was criticized for being incompetent in handling basic queries from job seekers.</li><li>This breach highlights the vulnerability of AI-driven systems, showcasing the risks associated with relying solely on technology for critical processes.</li></ul>

McDonald’s AI hiring bot exposes data of job applicants

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