Union Takes Action Against Build a Rocket Boy Over Alleged Data Breach

The Independent Workers' Union of Great Britain has launched a lawsuit against Build a Rocket Boy, the developer of Mindseye, over alleged violations of data privacy. The controversy began when employees discovered that the company had installed Teramind surveillance software on their work computers without their knowledge or consent. The union claims that this software infringes on both data protection laws and basic human dignity, as it exceeds the bounds of legitimate workplace monitoring by recording individuals in their own homes. Build a Rocket Boy initially acknowledged the installation of the software, citing enhanced cybersecurity, but later removed it after employee complaints. The IWGB is now pursuing the matter through the UK's Advisory, Conciliation, and Arbitration Service and the Information Commissioner's Office, seeking transparency on data collection and use. The union's actions follow a series of controversies surrounding the company, including allegations of mishandled redundancies and a toxic work culture.