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Viral Video Showing Indian Man Remotely Operating Front Desk Of U.S. Hotel Sparks Debate

Viral Video Showing Indian Man Remotely Operating Front Desk Of U.S. Hotel Sparks Debate

Time of India14 hours ago
A video showing an Indian man remotely operating the front desk of a Miami hotel has gone viral, sparking mixed reactions online. The clip features a guest checking in via a video call with the virtual receptionist, believed to be working from India. Many viewers criticized the hotel for outsourcing American jobs abroad, with some calling for such practices to be banned. Supporters say this trend, boosted by the pandemic, offers cost savings and operational efficiency. India remains a major outsourcing hub, with many US companies relying on its skilled workforce. The video highlights ongoing debates about job security, immigration, and virtual work in the US.#virtualreceptionist #outsourcingjobs #miamihotel #remotefrontdesk #tiktokviral #joboutsourcing #h1bvisa #usjobs #americanjobs #india #viralvideo #toi #toibharat
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