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ALMOST HALF OF GEN Zs SURVEYED HAVE RESIGNED OR CONSIDERED RESIGNING FROM A JOB DUE TO ‘UNPRODUCTIVE MEETINGS’ – ARE YOUR GUILTY HABITS DRIVING THEM OUT?

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LONDON, June 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — ‘Dragging on meetings longer than they need to be’ (80%), ‘interrupting’ (79%) and ‘ignoring others’ (77%) have been identified by those surveyed as the three most annoying** online meeting behaviours in an exclusive new survey of 1,016 UK office workers*.

Research commissioned by Meeting Canary – a SaaS cloud-hosted product that delivers insights and efficiency for online meetings, using artificial intelligence – and carried out by Censuswide, discovered a shocking one third of office workers surveyed said*** they have considered leaving or have resigned from a job due to unproductive meetings in the past, rising to almost one in two Gen Zs.

The report uncovered generational differences in which behaviours are most likely to create an unproductive meeting environment. While Gen Zs surveyed ranked ‘ignoring others’ (75%), ‘interrupting’ (73%), and ‘discounting the opinions of others based on their gender, sex or race etc’ (70%) as the top three most annoying** behaviours, baby boomers surveyed cited ‘People who drag meetings on longer than they need to be’ (84%), ‘interrupting’ (79%) and ‘arriving late’ (79%).

How ‘late’ is ‘late’?

Lateness was a particular issue that divided the generations. When asked the question: “As a general rule, by how many minutes, if any, do you think it’s acceptable to arrive at a work meeting after the agreed time before it is considered late?” 70% of baby boomers surveyed said ‘no time – if you arrive after the agreed time at all then you are late’. Only 22% of Gen Zs surveyed said the same.

In fact, almost one in two Gen Zs surveyed (47%) said participants could arrive up to 5-10 minutes after the agreed time before they would consider them late.

Baby boomers were also more likely than Gen Zs to find ‘people who have their camera off’ annoying** (54% vs 31%), ‘people talking when they’re on mute’ (63% vs 50%) and ‘using jargon’ (70% vs 44%).

Meetings are broken – and everybody knows it

The report uncovered widespread dissatisfaction with meetings among adults of all ages, with 58% surveyed saying*** that ‘a lot of meetings lack focus or energy’. Almost six in 10 (57%) also believe*** that ‘a lot of the meetings they are in leave quieter members of staff out’.

In collaboration with leading AI researcher Professor Chris Reed from the University of Dundee and Professor Michael Dickmann, HR expert at Cranfield School of Management, Meeting Canary has developed a formula for calculating meeting effectiveness.

Dubbed the FIRE metric (standing for Focus, Inclusion, Respect and Energy), FIRE enables Meeting Canary to offer helpful prompts during meetings with a fun canary avatar and provide insights in a sidebar to measure meeting productivity.

Available now as an app on Microsoft Teams, Meeting Canary provides insights into how much a meeting costs, which participants spoke the most and to whom, and how inclusive the meeting was.

“With just under three in five UK office workers who take part in online hybrid meetings at least once per week surveyed (59%) telling*** us they feel like their company wastes a lot of time and money on meetings, it’s clear that the way the vast majority of companies hold meetings is broken,” said Laura van Beers, CEO & Founder of Meeting Canary.

“While these results are damning for virtual meeting culture, we believe this report also shows that Meeting Canary holds the solution. 72% said they would find real-time nudging when unhelpful behaviour occurs to be useful****, while 76% said the same for ‘Understanding when a meeting drops in energy or focus in real time’.

“These are both features offered by Meeting Canary, so we welcome any company that is passionate about making their meetings fit for purpose to get in touch.”

Meeting Canary is available now from Microsoft AppSource and will shortly be available on other virtual meeting platforms.

About Meeting Canary

Meeting Canary is a SaaS cloud hosted product to deliver insights and efficiency for online meetings. Using state of the art Artificial Intelligence (AI) the Meeting Canary bot is trained to alert meeting participants to behaviours and events which, if improved, would enhance meeting outcomes and deliver shorter, more productive online meetings.

Numerous features include analysing meeting behaviours such as interruptions, cross talking, idea origination, and rising or falling energy levels.

Post meeting, Meeting Canary offers data insights into what happened during that meeting, who spoke when, what was said and visualise the sentiment of the meeting.

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Gentoo Media – Mandatory notification of trade

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ST JULIANS, Malta, Nov. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — MJ Foundation Fundacja Rodzinna, a company related to Mateusz Juroszek, Board Member and primary insider of Gentoo Media Inc. (Gentoo) has today acquired 115,604 shares in Gentoo at a price of SEK 24,996 per share. After this transaction, close associates of Mateusz Juroszek hold 24,027,766 shares in Gentoo.

This information is subject to the disclosure requirements pursuant to Section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act.

For further information, contact:
Tore Formo, Group CFO, tore.formo@g2m.com, +47 91668678

About Gentoo Media

Gentoo Media is a market-leading affiliate connecting operators and players in the online gambling and sports betting industry. Gentoo Media offers an array of iGaming affiliate solutions, such as paid marketing expertise and quality traffic through our prominent industry sites including AskGamblers, Time2Play, CasinoTopsOnline, WSN and Casinomeister. In 2024, Gentoo Media (formerly GiG Media) became Gentoo Media Inc. following a legal split separating the Media and Platform and Sportsbook business in Gaming Innovation Group (GiG) into two independently listed companies. Gentoo Media Inc. is dual listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange (ticker “G2MNO”) and Nasdaq Stockholm (ticker “G2M”). www.gentoomedia.com

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Xinhua Silk Road: World IoT expo 2024 opens in E. China’s Wuxi to showcase future of smart connectivity

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BEIJING, Nov. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The World Internet of Things (IoT) Exposition 2024 kicked off on Monday in Wuxi City of east China’s Jiangsu Province, attracting industry leaders, representatives of enterprises and experts from across the globe to discuss industry trends and demonstrate innovative applications.

At the expo’s opening ceremony, Wuxi unveiled a national pilot project in intelligent connected vehicles, which aims to create a cohesive mode for car owners, vehicles and cities connection, contributing Wuxi’s expertise to smart vehicle initiatives.

Additionally, a new smart sensing chip engineering center was launched, representing an investment of over 1 billion yuan and focusing on high-density large-scale substrates and other advanced chip technologies to strengthen the city’s integrated circuit development.

The event also saw the release of several major IoT research achievements, including the 2024 IoT innovation development Taihu index and the 2024 white paper on advanced sensing technology and applications.

The three-day event features exhibitions, panel discussions, and thematic sessions that showcase the latest development in IoT innovations and applications. This year’s expo is poised to drive Wuxi’s high-quality growth in IoT while promoting global tech collaboration and knowledge sharing in the IoT field.

Wuxi has become a navigator of the IoT industry in China. The latest statistics show that in 2023, the scale of the IoT industrial cluster in Wuxi surpassed 450 billion yuan, taking the lead in Jiangsu Province.

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Agoda Highlights Five Urban Hikes for Adventurous Travelers

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SINGAPORE, Nov. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Digital travel platform Agoda introduces five urban hikes across Asia, offering travelers a chance to experience the perfect blend of city life and nature. These hikes, ranging from family-friendly to more challenging trails, provide an unmatched perspective on some of Asia’s most dynamic cities.

Whether it’s Elephant Hill in Taipei, with its stunning views of the Taipei 101, or Hong Kong’s famous Dragon Back, active travelers are in for a treat when embarking on these city hike adventures.

Andrew Smith, Senior Vice President, Supply at Agoda said: “Asia is special to have so many incredible hike routes right in the heart of these popular cities. The five highlighted hikes are just a sample of the many breathtaking city trails the continent has to offer. Adventurous travelers will want to try them all and thankfully Agoda helps make travel affordable with great value deals on over 4.5 million properties globally.”

These are the five city hikes, ranked from easiest to most challenging:

Kuala Lumpur’s Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve offers a unique experience of trekking through a tropical rainforest right in the city center. The trail is relatively easy, with well-marked paths and informative signboards about the local flora and fauna, making it a great choice for families and nature enthusiasts.

Elephant Hill in Taipei offers a short but rewarding climb. The trail is well-maintained and provides stunning views of Taipei’s skyline, including the famous Taipei 101. It’s an ideal spot for those looking to enjoy a quick escape into nature without straying far from the city.

In Singapore, the Southern Ridges trail offers a moderate hike through a series of interconnected parks and gardens. Spanning 10 kilometers, this trail provides a lush green corridor amidst the urban environment, with highlights including the Henderson Waves bridge and panoramic views of the city.

Namsan in Seoul presents a slightly more challenging hike, leading to the N Seoul Tower. The trail is popular among locals and tourists alike, offering a mix of natural beauty and cultural landmarks, with several routes to choose from depending on the desired difficulty level.

Finally, Hong Kong’s Dragon’s Back is a favorite for its breathtaking views of the coastline and the South China Sea. This moderately challenging hike is known for its undulating ridges and scenic vistas, providing a rewarding experience for those willing to tackle its ups and downs.

In each of these city hike destinations, Agoda offers great value accommodation. In addition to holiday properties, Agoda’s 130,000 flight routes and 300,000 activities ensure the platform is the one-stop travel solution to help booking an entire trip. The latest Agoda deals can be found in the Agoda app or on agoda.com/deals.

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