EPISODE · Mar 31, 2025 · 8 MIN
Insider Threat – Luddites in the workplace: Why AI is provoking sabotage in the workplace
from In Australia’s National Interest - Security of Critical Infrastructure · host Pentagram Advisory
What do 19th-century textile workers and today’s AI-disrupted employees have in common? More than you might think.In this episode, we explore the fascinating parallels between the Luddite movement and modern insider threats triggered by the rapid adoption of AI in the workplace. Drawing from recent research and historical insights, we unpack how fear, uncertainty, and loss of control can fuel sabotage — and what organisations can do to prevent it.Tune in to learn:Why AI can be a workplace stressor that triggers insider threatsWhat employers can do to manage the human side of AI adoptionHow the Luddite legacy lives on — in today’s digital agePractical solutions for building trust, transparency, and resilience during digital transformationWhether you are a security leader, HR professional, or tech policy thinker, this is a timely conversation you won’t want to miss.
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What do 19th-century textile workers and today’s AI-disrupted employees have in common? More than you might think.In this episode, we explore the fascinating parallels between the Luddite movement and modern insider threats triggered by the rapid adoption of AI in the workplace. Drawing from recent research and historical insights, we unpack how fear, uncertainty, and loss of control can fuel sabotage — and what organisations can do to prevent it.Tune in to learn:Why AI can be a workplace stressor that triggers insider threatsWhat employers can do to manage the human side of AI adoptionHow the Luddite legacy lives on — in today’s digital agePractical solutions for building trust, transparency, and resilience during digital transformationWhether you are a security leader, HR professional, or tech policy thinker, this is a timely conversation you won’t want to miss.
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