Why you need a sabbatical – and how to ask for one

Why you need a sabbatical – and how to ask for one

Roberto Moiola / Sysaworld/Getty Images Michael Vuong, head of project management at fashion specialist BrandAlley, has worked hard to reach the top of his profession. However, he recognizes that people who succeed in business also enjoy time outside the workplace — and that’s why he’s taken sabbaticals. Also: 5 secrets to achieving your goals, according to business leaders Harvard Business Review (HBR) suggests sabbaticals have an overwhelmingly positive impact on people’s mental and physical well-being, creativity,…

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Biometrics vs. passcodes: What lawyers recommend if you're worried about warrantless phone searches

Biometrics vs. passcodes: What lawyers recommend if you're worried about warrantless phone searches

Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto via Getty Images Accompanying the rise in detentions and deportations by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and other authorities are increasingly frequent reports of smartphone searches. US authorities allegedly dig through past emails, photos, social network activity, and other content to establish grounds for apprehension or other enforcement decisions. While such intrusions as a function of domestic law enforcement are nothing new, concern that more people could be held accountable for their…

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Securing The AI Frontier: Addressing Emerging Threats In AI-Powered Software Development

Securing The AI Frontier: Addressing Emerging Threats In AI-Powered Software Development

AI in software development is no longer a glimpse into the future – it’s here, woven into daily workflows and it’s accelerating at a breakneck pace. According to PwC’s AI Predictions report, AI has the potential to cut software development time in half, making it no surprise that companies are eager to integrate AI into their development workflows. In fact, a 2024 GitHub and Accenture study revealed that 40% of newly committed code across enterprise customers now contains…

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The best Vizio TVs of 2025: Expert recommended

The best Vizio TVs of 2025: Expert recommended

Vizio might not be the most popular TV brand on the market, but it still offers decent picture and audio quality if you want a midrange or budget-friendly model. With features like QLED panels for better color accuracy and contrast, VRR support for console gaming, and high refresh rates, Vizio TVs hold up pretty well against more expensive competitors from Samsung, Sony, and even Hisense or TCL. And with screen sizes ranging from as small…

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I put this robot vacuum and mop combo through my gauntlet of dirtiness, and it delivered

I put this robot vacuum and mop combo through my gauntlet of dirtiness, and it delivered

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Dreame X50 Ultra is available for $1,700, but on sale for $1,360. This is one of the best robot vacuums and mops available, with anti-tangle dual brushes, 20,000Pa of suction, and legs to cross up to 4.2cm thresholds. The Dreame X50 Ultra can get caught on obstacles and require intervention, and sometimes leaves streaks while mopping. Dreame has quickly become a powerhouse robot vacuum brand. Within a few years, Dreame robot…

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Realidad y futuro de la IA generativa y otras tecnologías emergentes en la escena empresarial

Realidad y futuro de la IA generativa y otras tecnologías emergentes en la escena empresarial

Finalmente, Óscar Monrio, de CHC Energía, tiene la mira en múltiples tendencias. Dentro del campo de la IA generativa, explica, no hay que perder de vista el auge del llamado ‘shadow AI’. “Se prevé que el uso no autorizado de herramientas de IA generativa por parte de empleados pueda convertirse en un riesgo de seguridad creciente para las organizaciones”, apunta. Otras tendencias que atisba este experto en este sentido son el uso de asistentes de…

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Google Cloud: Top 5 Priorities for Cybersecurity Leaders Today

Google Cloud: Top 5 Priorities for Cybersecurity Leaders Today

Cybersecurity teams must adapt their approaches in the wake of a dramatically changing threat landscape, according to expert speakers at the Google Cloud Next 2025 event. This changing threat landscape has been driven by four primary factors: An increasing volume of cybercriminal actors Growing geopolitical tensions resulting in more malicious nation state activity New cybersecurity and data protection regulations Rapid developments in new technologies, such as AI Matt Rowe, Chief Security Officer at Lloyds Banking…

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I tested an indoor security camera with no subscription fees – and it's paying off for my smart home

I tested an indoor security camera with no subscription fees – and it's paying off for my smart home

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Eufy Security Indoor Cam S350 is available for purchase at $130. The S350 indoor camera features dual telephoto and wide-angle lenses with 360-degree motion tracking and optional local storage to avoid monthly fees. The only drawback I’ve found is that I wish the camera had a button to engage privacy mode manually, but you can schedule it as needed on the app. It’s safe to say the Eufy Security Indoor Cam…

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This HP laptop I tested is a dream machine for traveling professionals. Here's why

This HP laptop I tested is a dream machine for traveling professionals. Here's why

ZDNET’s key takeaways The HP EliteBook Ultra G1i is on sale for $2,199 I highly recommend it to people looking for a laptop with top-performing hardware, a vibrant screen, and a high-quality webcam However, because of its limited port selection, some might find its usability limited without supplementary accessories. Work laptops don’t have to be boring hunks of gray metal. There are plenty of eye-catching models providing engaging experiences. People looking for these devices often…

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This compact smart heater easily warms up my living room without taking up much space

This compact smart heater easily warms up my living room without taking up much space

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Dreo Smart Wall Heater retails for $130 on Amazon. This little 1,500W heater pumps out warmth and has just the right amount of features to set it above the competition. The vertical oscillation fin can be paused, but only in three positions – pointing upward, straight out, or downward (there’s no way to stop it between those marks). With cold temperatures arriving, access to a reliable space heater can mean the…

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