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What is 'tech burnout'?
The intense pressure and 90-hour weeks reported in the story are classic signs of 'tech burnout'. This is a state of physical and emotional exhaustion caused by prolonged or excessive stress, often seen in fast-paced, demanding industries like technology, leading to reduced productivity and health issues.
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