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Study finds pattern of 'AI brain fry'

A study published in Harvard Business Review suggests that instead of making work easier, AI may be giving some workers what researchers are calling "brain fry." As businesses use more multi-agent systems, employees are finding themselves toggling between more tools, and contrary to the promise of having more time to focus on meaningful work, juggling and multitasking could be set to become the definitive features of working with AI. AI brain fry, defined as "mental fatigue that results from excessive use of, interaction with, and/or oversight of AI tools beyond one's cognitive capacity," was most commonly reported by employees in marketing, HR, operations, engineering, finance and IT in the study.

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Ending UK customs relief on low-value imports 'could push up prices'

The UK government's plan to end the tariff exemption on low-value imports by March 2029 could push up prices and disrupt trade, the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has warned. The removal of the 'de minimis' rule, which currently allows goods under £135 to enter tariff-free, follows similar moves by the US and EU. While major retailers including Primark, Currys and Boohoo support the change, the BCC cautioned that fees on individual shipments could disproportionately affect small businesses and consumers, raising costs and prompting shifts in sourcing or shipping practices. A survey by the BCC found that over half of importers would pass on a 5–10% rise in import costs to customers, while others might consolidate shipments or scale back operations. HM Treasury defended the reforms, saying they will protect UK retailers and align the country with international standards.

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