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The most interesting thing about the comments here (in my opinion) is how differently the industry seems to view professionals in academic/research environments
by fecak 11y ago
The most interesting thing about the comments here (in my opinion) is how differently the industry seems to view professionals in academic/research environments and those in for profit/private sector jobs.
If this were Uber hiring engineers from Google or Facebook and paying them a huge premium, it would be considered the market at work and I expect there would be little debate on whether Uber was acting ethically or not (even when considering the tactic of opening an office nearby).
- dhruvbird 11y ago@bedhead hit the spot with his comment "Circumstances matter. I suppose if Uber hadn't entered into a partnership first, the whole thing would be more palatable. But by going this route, Uber is sending a clear signal to all potential future partners - watch out. I just find it distasteful, and sadly predictable given Uber's history."