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This week in HR tech
11 stories across 4 beats, Jan 6–12, 2025 — each wired to the companies it names.
Funding
4Thu, Jan 9
Holly, an AI-powered GovTech platform, has secured $2.2 million in pre-seed funding to address the million-job vacancy crisis in the government workforce. By modernizing outdated h
Wed, Jan 8
Frontier Direct Care , a Texas-based innovator in employer-sponsored healthcare, has secured $20 million in Series B funding led by Mehshah Capital. This funding will propel the co
Tue, Jan 7
RoboForce, a leading AI Robotics startup, has secured $10M in early-stage funding to revolutionize industrial labor through advanced robotic workforce solutions. Targeting industri
Tue, Jan 7
OnPay , a leading provider of payroll, HR, and benefits solutions for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), has raised over $100 million in funding. This includes a $63 million Se
Acquisition
3Fri, Jan 10
Employment Hero, a global leader in employment solutions, has announced the acquisition of Humi, a Canadian employment platform, in a deal worth over CAD $100 million. This strateg
Thu, Jan 9
HR Path , a global leader in HR consulting and HRIS solutions, has strategically acquired Northern Ireland-based IntSys Solutions, renowned for its Workday expertise and innovative
Mon, Jan 6
Invst , a leading investment advisory firm, has acquired NS Capital to establish the Invst Unity Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). This strategic move revolutionizes retirement solutions
Product News
3Fri, Jan 10
HR Signal® has unveiled Lookalikes™, an AI-driven sourcing platform that redefines how recruiters discover and engage talent. By leveraging proprietary technology, Lookalikes™ allo
Thu, Jan 9
WorkJam introduces Shift Bidding, a new feature designed to simplify scheduling in complex environments like unionized workplaces. This innovative tool ensures compliance with unio
Wed, Jan 8
TriNet, a leader in HR solutions for small and medium-size businesses (SMBs), has launched its enhanced HR Plus offering, an Administrative Services Organization (ASO) solution. De
Venture Capital
1Tue, Jan 7
Paychex, Inc. has agreed to acquire Paycor HCM, Inc. in a $4.1 billion all-cash transaction, marking a significant milestone in the HCM software industry. Apax Partners, Paycor's m
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