The hollow inclusivity of emotion-recognition software for neurodivergent workers.

Is AI-powered emotion recognition a tool for workplace inclusivity, or a new breed of digital gatekeeping? The glossy brochures say one thing: emotion AI will help employees handle workplace dynamics, foster better collaboration, and promote mental well-being. But beneath this promise lies a disturbing truth: these systems are not built to understand neurodivergent workers. They are built to measure compliance with a neurotypical standard.