# burnout

Young Tech Manager’s Sudden Death Reignites Scrutiny of China’s High‑pressure Start‑up Culture

A 32‑year‑old Guangzhou software manager collapsed and died after prolonged periods of excessive work following departmental reshuffles and understaffing. The company has applied for a work‑injury determination; local authorities are investigating as the case revives debate about long‑hours culture and labour protections in China’s tech sector.