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Academic researchers used AI facial analysis on LinkedIn photos of 96,000+ MBA graduates to predict labor market outcomes like salary and career trajectory based on inferred personality traits. The study, which uses a controversial algorithm previously criticized as "ML-laundered junk science," found that facial features could predict compensation and job transitions. While the researchers emphasize they don't advocate this discriminatory practice, they argue academic evaluation is necessary since AI personality screening tools are already being adopted by HR departments and hiring companies for recruitment decisions.

AI face analysis used to predict MBA pay, researchers claim