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They'll just set up a token quota and an automatic "That will be all, we'll be in touch" message once the quota is full.


Right, but if you clog up their pipeline with enough fake applicants, then they won't get any real ones. Same outcome.


It’s becoming a bigger and bigger problem actually. AI can create a perfect CV and cover letter and people apply for everything. It’s hard to get a callback because you’re just 1 datapoint. So recruiters have to call you first or use recommendations.




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