Mental Health stories - Page 8
Kiwi tech founder pitching VR health tech startup at SXSW
Thu, 3rd Mar 2022
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vr
Christchurch-based tech founder Adam Hutchinson has been selected to pitch oVRcome at the South by Southwest Festival in Austin, Texas.
Why HR is becoming increasingly more strategic for business
Wed, 2nd Mar 2022
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hcm
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sap
Data-driven decision-making, employee experiences and the rise of HXM. The function of HR is becoming far more strategic to businesses.
Digital transformation, privacy and the 'darkside' of the Metaverse
Wed, 23rd Feb 2022
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digital transformation
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martech
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data privacy
The metaverse is coming, but are we ready? Cambridge Analytica whistleblower, Chris Wylie, warns of the potential risks and consequences.
Can artificial intelligence protect people from dating app scams?
Wed, 23rd Feb 2022
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data privacy
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ai
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tinder
A new survey has revealed how much of personal information app users would give to to artificial intelligence.
NZ sees universal wage growth, highest paying regions revealed
Wed, 16th Feb 2022
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awards
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jobs
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recruitment
Wages are largely up this year, so money may not be the factor it once was in influencing employees willingness to resign.
RingCentral survey reveals how Aussie workers feel about hybrid and remote working
Tue, 7th Dec 2021
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ringcentral
Australian workers anxious about returning to the office, while business leaders support hybrid and remote working, says a study by RingCentral.
COVID-19 has led to a surge in employees looking to change jobs or upskill
Wed, 27th Oct 2021
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hcm
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careers
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payroll systems
People turn to robots for career support after feeling lonely and disconnected during the pandemic, says Oracle study.
Virtual reality could help treat anxiety - research
Mon, 25th Oct 2021
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edutech
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healthtech
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ar, vr & metaverse
The research could pave the way for large-scale efficacy testing, clinical use and cost-effective delivery of intelligent individualised VR technology.
40,000 NZ small businesses reap rewards of Digital Boost programme
Mon, 18th Oct 2021
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it training
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ecommerce
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smb
The Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE)’s Digital Boost programme has now attracted more than 40,000 New Zealand businesses.
ANZ healthcare providers facing an unprecedented amount of real-time data
Tue, 12th Oct 2021
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saas
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data analytics
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martech
Healthcare providers in Australia and New Zealand are leveraging real-time data to make informed decisions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
A tech transition: how company culture and employee learning can thrive in a hybrid work environment
Wed, 22nd Sep 2021
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devops
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apm
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hybrid & remote work
Flexible work is here to stay, but a decline in wellbeing has occurred. Technology can support employee care and engagement in a hybrid world of work.
Creating space for connections and collaboration
Tue, 14th Sep 2021
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edutech
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hybrid & remote work
As time continues, expect to see more engagement with Microsoft Teams and more impactful usage for the application by first-line workers.
Kiwi student wellbeing company closes $1.8m funding round
Wed, 1st Sep 2021
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icehouse
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students
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mental health
New Zealand-based platform Komodo has closed a NZ$1.8m seed round led by Folklore Ventures to advance student wellbeing.
Game Review: Psychonauts 2 (Xbox One/Xbox Series X/PC)
Tue, 31st Aug 2021
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Psychonauts 2 delivers old-school platforming with a polished aesthetic and unique art style. It's a highly enjoyable game.
Online security a concern as screen addiction surges during COVID-19 lockdown
Wed, 25th Aug 2021
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online services
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mental health
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technology addiction
COVID-19 is fueling screen addiction among New Zealanders, with 36% admitting they are hooked, according to NortonLifeLock's global study.
Huge uptake in digital mental health services during lockdown - NZHIT
Mon, 23rd Aug 2021
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healthtech
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cloud services
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digital technology
Kiwis are increasingly turning to online mental health services for support as they grapple with the uncertainty brought on by the lockdown.
Q&A: Nemesysco explores the future of voice analytics
Fri, 20th Aug 2021
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uc
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healthtech
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contact centre
Voice analytics could be the key to supporting employee wellness, according to Lior Doron, Director of HR Solutions at Nemesysco.
Overtime in NZ business increasing, more than half go unpaid
Thu, 15th Jul 2021
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recruitment
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hays
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mental health
29% of NZ organisations saw an increase in overtime in the past year, with 51% of staff not being paid, according to Hays.
Remote working core element of future of work, report finds
Tue, 29th Jun 2021
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hybrid & remote work
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productivity
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wfh
94% of Australian employees want to work remotely, according to a report by Employment Hero. The survey also revealed an increase in hybrid working.
Salary, benefits gap growing between employers and employees
Tue, 15th Jun 2021
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hybrid & remote work
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recruitment
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wfh
Employees dissatisfied with working benefits as minimal salary increases predicted in 2021, says Hays Salary Guide.