Microsoft Launches AI-Powered Security Agents to Support Cybersecurity Teams (ITPro)
Microsoft has introduced new AI security agents designed to assist overworked cybersecurity professionals, aiming to streamline threat detection and incident response. The tools are part of Microsoft's broader push to integrate AI across enterprise security operations.
European Universities Welcome U.S. Researchers Affected by Science Budget Cuts (The Guardian)
Several European universities are offering roles and support to U.S. researchers affected by recent science funding cuts, helping them continue their work in a more stable academic environment.
UK to Cut Civil Service Running Costs by 15% (BBC News)
The move is part of broader efforts to streamline government operations and address budget pressures.
Many Retirees in South Korea Turn to Self-Employment - Half Earn Below Minimum Wage (Korea Herald)
In South Korea, a significant number of retirees pursue self-employment after leaving the workforce, often due to limited alternatives. However, recent data shows that over 50% of them earn less than the minimum wage, underscoring the economic vulnerability of older workers.
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Unemployment Rises in the Netherlands in February (CBS)
According to Statistics Netherlands (CBS), the Dutch unemployment rate increased to 3.7% in February, up from 3.6% in January. The number of unemployed people rose by 8,000, marking the second consecutive monthly increase as fewer people transitioned from unemployment into paid work.
Clients Shifting Tax Risks to Freelancers, Despite Legal Restrictions (NOS)
More Dutch companies are requiring freelancers (ZZP’ers) to take full responsibility for potential tax reassessments, even though such provisions conflict with laws on shared responsibility and are not legally enforceable.
Rise in Dutch Bankruptcies in February (CBS)
Statistics Netherlands (CBS) reports an increase in the number of bankruptcies among Dutch companies in February 2025. The construction and trade sectors saw the highest number of business closures, marking a continuing upward trend from previous months.
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