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        pose some significant new challenges for public health officials.
        Therefore, it is crucial for organisations to have plans in place to

        address the potential rise in novel medical risks.”



        Global Instability Deepens


        The second-highest security concern identified by respondents in

        this year’s survey revolves around geopolitical tensions. As a striking
        three out of four respondents expressed the belief that their

        organisations will face significant impacts in the coming year.

        Notably, the ongoing crisis in Israel and Gaza, as well as the

        persistent conflict in Ukraine, contribute to this unstable global
        environment. Civil and social unrest, coupled with political instability,

        rank as the next largest worries for organisations. The unpredictable

        nature of these events highlights the need for businesses to adopt
        robust security measures, proactively navigating the challenges

        arising from the dynamic global geopolitical landscape.


        AI – Risks and Opportunities



        AI has inspiring potential to create a new industrial revolution.
        However, for now, it further complicates the vital task of sorting

        reliable information from misinformation and deliberate

        disinformation for businesses. More than two out of five respondents

        of the Risk Outlook research said they were worried about the effect
        of medical misinformation and disinformation on their workforces.

        This rises to three in five when asked about inaccurate political

        information – a potentially difficult situation as the United States
        heads into a highly consequential election year.



        The New Employment Contract


        Three-quarters of surveyed organisations report increased employee

        expectations for Duty of Care. A similar number are now also

        shouldering duties previously seen as government responsibilities,
        including two-thirds who acknowledge extending responsibilities to


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