Burnout stories
WatchGuard predicts rise in AI-driven cyber threats by 2025
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malware
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firewalls
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phishing
WatchGuard Technologies warns of a surge in AI-driven cyber threats by 2025, urging firms to adopt a proactive approach against evolving risks.
Survey reveals UK firms unprepared for 2025 skill demands
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cx
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martech
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genai
A new survey reveals only 25% of employees have access to crucial new technology, signalling UK companies' unpreparedness for the challenges of 2025.
UK CISOs face mounting stress, career changes imminent
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siem
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cybersecurity
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cisco
UK Chief Information Security Officers are under growing stress, with 35% facing overwork and 23% actively seeking new job opportunities.
Commvault partners with Cybermindz to support mental health
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cybersecurity
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commvault
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mental health
Commvault has teamed up with Cybermindz.org to tackle mental health issues faced by cybersecurity professionals in Australia and New Zealand, effective from 2025.
Atlassian study highlights year-end project backlog issues
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devops
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apm
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software development
Atlassian's latest research reveals that 68% of knowledge workers face project backlogs by year-end due to shifting priorities and unexpected challenges.
Australian workers' productivity dips in summer months
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hcm
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hybrid & remote work
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productivity
A survey reveals 45% of Australian workers experience reduced productivity in summer, as many struggle to fully disconnect from work during holidays.
UK tech workers expect 20% wage rise to stay in roles
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workplace culture
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burnout
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employee retention
UK tech professionals are seeking a 20% pay rise to remain in their jobs, with 49% considering leaving for better compensation.
UK language app users invest time & money but lack confidence
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mobile apps
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market research
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speech
Research by Wall Street English reveals that UK language app users invest significant time and money yet often lack confidence in their speaking abilities.
Employment Hero & Clearhead partner for NZ small firms
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gen z
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accessibility
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burnout
Employment Hero has teamed up with Clearhead to deliver affordable mental health support for 10,000 small businesses in New Zealand, addressing rising worker stress.
Burnout rises to 61% in NZ as financial stress impacts workers
Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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mental health
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gen z
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work-life balance
A new report reveals that 61% of New Zealand employees experience burnout, with financial stress and the rising cost of living cited as key contributors.
Cybersecurity experts stress ongoing vigilance beyond October
Mon, 14th Oct 2024
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data protection
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
As Cybersecurity Awareness Month unfolds, experts urge businesses to adopt comprehensive strategies to combat evolving threats and enhance their security measures.
Australian workers not fully utilising mental health support
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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mental health
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unsw
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workplace culture
A report by ELMO reveals that 39% of Australian employees are unaware of mental health resources, despite 84% believing they are offered at work.
Security practitioners embrace AI amidst tool distrust
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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soc
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ai security
A report by Vectra AI reveals 71% of SOC practitioners fear missing genuine threats among rising security alerts amid growing dissatisfaction with traditional tools.
Automation key to reducing cybersecurity burnout & risks
Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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avepoint
As Cybersecurity Awareness Month nears, leaders from Tanium, Diligent, and AvePoint advocate for automation, improved governance, and data management to combat escalating cyber threats.
Over a third of UK workers engage in 'pretend productivity'
Wed, 18th Sep 2024
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productivity
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slack
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work-life balance
A Workhuman survey reveals 36% of UK employees are faking productivity due to an always-on culture, highlighting the need for better work-life balance.
Australia's new labour law complicates cybersecurity efforts
Tue, 17th Sep 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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iam
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healthtech
Australia's new right to disconnect law, targeting burnout reduction, starkly contrasts with rising cyber threats, 45% of which hit outside working hours.
The Right to Disconnect: balancing work-life in Australia
Mon, 26th Aug 2024
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work-life balance
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burnout
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siteminder
Australia's Right to Disconnect bill comes into effect, aiming to protect work-life balance by allowing employees to disengage from work communications outside official hours.
GBG report reveals APAC businesses advocate collaboration to fight fraud
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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collaboration
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cyber criminal
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fraud
A new report reveals 81% of APAC businesses view cross-sector collaboration as crucial against fraud, but competitive desires impede wider participation.
Insightful's study reveals epidemic of lost focus in the modern workplace
Fri, 12th Jul 2024
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ai
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productivity
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study
An Insightful study reveals a widespread issue of lost focus in the workplace, with 92% of employers and 80% of employees acknowledging persistent distractions impeding productivity.
UK employees eager for AI but concerned about lack of policies
Wed, 26th Jun 2024
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physical security
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genai
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ai
UK employees seek AI for efficiency but face hurdles, says Coveo. 42% find AI beneficial, yet concerns over tools and policies persist, impacting trust and effectiveness.