Right to Disconnect

Australia eyes law for workers' 'Right to Disconnect'

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Maziar Foroudian
February 12, 2024

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Australia's upcoming "right to disconnect" law is set to protect employees' work-life balance by regulating contact from bosses outside work hours. A game-changer for global labor laws, or stirring envy among workers worldwide? Read on!

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Australia

A new trilogy of research papers explores the productivity benefits and regulatory challenges of AI. The report advises businesses to think big, invest in complementary inputs, and transform core systems. Governments should lead by example in AI procurement and data sharing.

Harold Mitchell, the legendary media buyer and advertising executive, has passed away at the age of 81. Mitchell founded Australia's largest advertising agency and was known for his philanthropy and leadership in the arts, health, and education sectors. Read the full article to learn more about his remarkable career and contributions.

Australia’s largest brick company, Brickworks, is taking legal action against construction and building materials empire BGC Australia over alleged breaches of market concentration rules and selling bricks below market value. The battle between the billionaire families reveals ongoing tensions in the brickmaking industry.

Yume, a Melbourne-based startup, has raised $2 million AUD in seed funding to tackle Australia's food waste problem. The company works with manufacturers to redistribute surplus packaged food to businesses and charities.

Australian Economy

Australia's natural wonders are under threat from extreme weather events, worsened by climate change. However, the country's climate tech startups are stepping up to address these challenges, harnessing renewable energy and finding innovative solutions.

India

Supply chain constraints in the Red Sea are causing delivery delays for Audi in India, but the luxury carmaker expects to recover in the coming months. The company is also considering assembling electric cars in India.

World

Disruptions along the Red Sea route are expected to increase freight costs by 25-30% and worsen working capital cycles, impacting businesses engaged in international trade.

Consumer sentiment in the housing market reached its highest level in nearly two years, driven by increased confidence in job security and expectations of falling mortgage rates, according to a survey by Fannie Mae. However, concerns persist over the availability of homes for sale and overall affordability.

Barratt Developments, Britain's biggest homebuilder, has agreed to purchase rival Redrow for £2.52 billion ($3.18 billion) in a sign of recovery in the UK housing market.

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Tech

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