AI “Cheating” App Sparks New Debate on Interview Integrity

An AI tool called Cluely has gone viral for helping users “cheat” during virtual interviews and coding assessments. The founder, a Columbia student recently suspended for similar software, frames it as a necessary hack to bypass what he sees as unfair testing platforms. Critics argue it undermines genuine skill evaluation and fosters mistrust between employers and candidates. While Cluely has drawn investor backing, questions about ethics and workplace authenticity hover over its rapid ascent.