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There's always one person in the corporate office who functions perfectly fine on 4 hours of sleep.

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May 14, 2025

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Good morning. There's always one person in the corporate office who functions perfectly fine on 4 hours of sleep.


Well, scientists have discovered a genetic mutation which allows 'super-sleepers' to get by on just 4-6 hours a night.


Not only do these people thrive on less sleep, but they tend to feel worse if they sleep for the recommended 7-9 hours.


We wonder if there is a 'super-sleeper' out there who uses their extra time for anything other than working?


All the headlines and more below...

AUSTRALIAN NEWS

Data breaches hit all-time high

  • The OAIC reported 1,113 data breaches in 2024, marking a 25% increase from the previous year. LINK

  • Australian consumer sentiment rose 2.2% to 92.1% in May as the initial shock of US President Donald Trump's tariff war faded. LINK

  • Australian AI investment will reach $180B by 2030, whilst only 10% of organisations have adequate governance for managing AI risks. LINK

  • Ransomware attacks have intensified in 2024 due to Ransomware-as-a-Service growth and nation-state involvement. LINK

  • Australia's $4.2T pension sector is shifting away from US investments due to economic growth concerns. LINK

  • Tasmanian households will receive a $60 power bill credit as electricity prices are set to rise. LINK

  • Australian corporate interest in private credit funding has increased 40% in 6 months. LINK

  • Australian banks lack the data and governance required for agentic AI adoption in autonomous operations. LINK

COMPANY NEWS

Bunnings’ slimmer margins spark power debate

  • Bunnings has defended its profit margins whilst facing scrutiny from a Senate inquiry over pricing practices. LINK

  • Ampol sold its Australia and New Zealand energy retail business for $65M to focus on electric vehicle charging expansion. LINK

  • Amazon has partnered with FedEx to deliver large packages. LINK

  • Google is developing an AI agent for software developers while planning to integrate its Gemini chatbot with smart glasses. LINK

  • Samsung has launched its slimmest flagship phone, the S25 Edge, featuring upgraded AI ahead of Apple's upcoming thinner iPhone. LINK

  • Fox Corp will launch its first direct-to-consumer streaming platform, Fox One, featuring full TV content access. LINK

  • Slack has restored global service after backend database issues disrupted communications for millions of users. LINK

  • WiseTech Global has reached a confidential settlement with Christine Kontos over workplace conduct allegations. LINK

  • Google faces €12B in damage claims from EU price comparison sites over anticompetitive practices. LINK

  • Life360 reported record quarterly revenue of US$103.6M, up 32%, with monthly users jumping 26% to 83.7 million. LINK

CHART OF THE DAY

Who works from home the least?

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TRIVIA


On this day in 1998 one of television’s most iconic shows, Seinfeld, ends with over 76 million viewers. Today’s trivia is all about Seinfeld. Good luck!

  1. What is Kramer’s first name?

    A. Kevin
    B. Cosmo
    C. Carl
    D. Clark

  2. What is Elaine’s on-and-off boyfriend David Puddy’s occupation?

    A. Mechanic
    B. Doctor
    C. Car salesman
    D. Lawyer

  3. Which holiday did Frank Costanza invent?

    A. Hoochama
    B. Festivus
    C. Costanzaday
    D. Vandalay

  4. What is Jerry's apartment number?
    A. 3A
    B. 5B
    C. 1D
    D. 4A

  5. What did Elaine eat that caused her to fail a drug test?

    A. Bagels
    B. Poppy seed muffins
    C. Brownies
    D. Cannoli


Answers below

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ANSWERS

1. B - Cosmo
2. C - Car salesman
3. B - Festivus
4. B - 5B
5. B - Poppy seed muffins


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