The world’s going to hell, right? A full 71% of Britons say the world is getting worse. Actually, things may not be so bad – but research suggests we’re inclined to feel that way. We sit down with assistant professor of behavioural science Ed O’Brien to discuss the effects of negativity bias.

The field of economics posits that you can apply subjective probabilities to everything – but life is not lived as a lab experiment and it’s hard to predict what people will do in real-world situations. Canvas8 spoke to economist John Kay to learn how risk and uncertainty affect everyday decisions.

Young, ambitious Gen Yers are becoming more inclined to imagine their future selves as business owners. But with very few saving up funds in order to launch their future endeavours, there’s a disconnect between Gen Y’s present actions and future intentions.

People often place unrealistic expectations on the founders of startups, but as a report by KPMG highlights, the constant pressure of running a startup can take its toll on mental and physical health. Evidence suggests that the sustainability of startups in Australia may rely on their founders wellbeing.