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The purpose of this cross-sectional study was to gain novel insights into the relationships between technostress, psychological well-being and work-life fit, as well as the cultural differences between Maltese and Italian employees. Methods: The study sample consisted of 362 workers, with equal representation from both countries, who completed an online survey from March to April 2023. The mean age of the participants was 43.36 years ( SD = 11.51). A series of psychometric self-report instruments were used to assess the study variables. t-tests and mediation analyses were conducted to compare the new theoretical model across groups. Results: The results indicated that the Maltese group scored higher on technostress, techno-invasion, and work-life interface than the Italian group. However, the Maltese group scored lower on work-life improvement, perceived social support from family and friends, life satisfaction, and self-esteem compared to the Italian group. 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