The field of collaborative workspaces and tech labor is witnessing a significant shift towards creating supportive and adaptive environments that foster positive group dynamics, psychological safety, and worker well-being. Researchers are exploring the complex relationships between physical workspaces, technology, and human behavior to inform the design of intelligent and responsive workspaces. A key area of focus is the development of strategies and tools that promote psychological safety, mutual respect, and interpersonal risk-taking in hybrid teams. Meanwhile, the tech industry is experiencing a surge in labor organizing efforts, driven by workers' concerns about precarious working conditions, unethical practices, and disempowerment. Noteworthy papers in this area include:

• A study on the relationship between physical workspaces and group mood dynamics, highlighting the potential of adaptive ambient lighting for mood regulation.
• Research on hybrid design teams' perceptions of psychological safety on Slack, providing groundwork for future automated PS measurement on instant-messaging platforms.
• An examination of tech workers' organizing efforts, revealing the challenges and motivations of worker-organizers and identifying ways for the CSCW community to build solidarity with tech workers.