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The word ‘hyperconnectivity’ seems to have become a modern-day mantra for working individuals, especially as the boundaries between a person’s professional and personal life have become razor thin  — leading to a serious decline in the work-life balance of many individuals globally.  To this point, recent studies have painted a stark picture of modern workplace dynamics, with traditional nine-to-five workdays having evolved into an ‘always-on culture.’ As a result, people are constantly tethered to their devices, responding to emails and messages well beyond office hours. Research indicates that employees who consistently work over 50 hours per week (such as 94% of all service industry personnel) face a 35% higher risk of stroke and a 17% increased risk of heart disease.  Percentage of employees working more than 50 hours a week by country (source: Forbes) These statistics aren’t just numbers, they represent real-life people struggling to maintain their health while meeting increasing workplace demands.  The problem is further exacerbated by the fact that extended working hours often lead to diminished performance, increased errors, and a higher likelihood of workplace accidents. If that wasn’t enough, studies show that professionals working excessive hours are significantly more likely to experience anxiety and depression.  Redefining productivity using ‘Digital Twins’ To help alleviate many of the aforementioned problems, the concept of ‘AI twins’ has quickly garnered a lot of mainstream traction. From the outside looking in, AI twins present a technological paradigm that can fundamentally reshape how humans maintain their professional presence and productivity even during extended breaks, vacations, or parental leave.  By creating intelligent digital representations of themselves, working professionals can ensure their expertise and knowledge remain accessible to colleagues and clients, without sacrificing their time or well-being. Beyond the automation of simple tasks, these AI twins can be trained to handle routine communications, provide…

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