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Fiverr delivered an exceptional 2024 performance, closing the year with double-digit revenue growth and a 20% Adjusted EBITDA margin in Q4. Despite a decline in marketplace revenue and active buyers, the company saw significant gains in ser
Product NewsFiverr Unveils Fiverr Go, a Visionary AI Platform that Puts Creators Front and Center
Fiverr has launched Fiverr Go , a revolutionary AI platform designed to help freelancers scale their businesses while maintaining full creative rights . Unlike traditional AI tools that exploit human creativity, Fiverr Go introduces a susta
Company NewsThe Next Generation of Workforce Management is Here--Workday Unveils New Agent System of Record
Workday has introduced the Agent System of Record, a new AI-powered platform designed to help businesses manage their growing fleet of AI agents. This centralized system enables organizations to govern, track, and optimize both Workday and
Venture CapitalSquarePeg Raises $3.5M to Revolutionize AI-Driven Recruiting for Lean HR Teams
SquarePeg has raised a $3.5 million seed round led by Next Frontier Capital, with participation from Acadian Ventures, Bread & Butter Ventures, and Silicon Road Ventures, to refine its AI-driven candidate evaluation platform. Designed for m
Product NewsG-P Delivers New AI Advancements and Expands AI Innovation Across Employer of Record (EOR) and Global Employment Products
G-P, a leader in global employment solutions, has introduced new AI-powered advancements across its suite of products, including Employer of Record (EOR), Contractor, and G-P Gia™ . These enhancements leverage generative AI (GenAI) and agen
Venture CapitalFinal Round AI Secures $6.88M in Oversubscribed Seed Funding to Transform the Job Search Journey
Final Round AI has raised an oversubscribed $6.88 million seed funding round, led by Uncork Capital and supported by investors like HF0, Linear Capital, and Sky9 Capital. The company is redefining job searches with its Interview Copilot ,
Company NewsWorkday Assembles World-Class Academic Minds for Its AI Advisory Board to Define the Future of Work in an Intelligent World Download PDFShare to LinkedInShare to TwitterShare to Facebook
Workday announced the creation of its AI Advisory Board, composed of top academic experts, to advance responsible AI research and provide guidance on how AI is shaping the workforce and society. The board, chaired by UC Berkeley's Toby Stua
Venture CapitalLegion Technologies Secures $50M: AI-Powered Workforce Management on the Rise
Legion Technologies has secured $50 million in financing from Silicon Valley Bank, rounding out a $100 million funding round in 2024 and bringing its total funding to $195 million. Known for its AI-native, employee-centric workforce managem
Product NewsWorkday Unveils New Illuminate Capabilities for Peakon Employee Voice to Unlock Deeper and Faster Employee Insights with AI
Workday has introduced groundbreaking AI-driven enhancements to its Peakon Employee Voice platform, enabling managers to better understand and support employees through real-time insights and actionable recommendations. These innovations, s
ColumnADP National Employment Report: Private Sector Employment Increased by 146,000 Jobs in November; Annual Pay was Up 4.8%
The November ADP National Employment Report reveals a 146,000-job increase in the private sector, with annual pay up by 4.8% year-over-year. This independent report, derived from anonymized payroll data from over 25 million employees, offer
Company NewsWorkday Names Rob Enslin President, Chief Commercial Officer
Workday has appointed Rob Enslin as President and Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) to lead its global commercial strategy, marking a significant step in its growth journey. Enslin, with over 30 years of experience in leading technology organi
Venture CapitalCraftt Closed $2M Seed to Offer Universal Benefits with Future of Work Decentralized Platform
Craftt, a decentralized platform targeting the modern workforce, has raised $2 million in seed funding led by Superscrypt with participation from DCG and prominent angel investors. Built for independent workers, Craftt aims to provide unive
Venture CapitalMercer Completes Acquisition of Cardano
Mercer , part of Marsh McLennan, has completed its acquisition of Cardano, significantly expanding its footprint in pension and investment solutions in the UK and Netherlands. This move positions Mercer to address savings gaps and enhance D
Product NewsLinkedIn’s first AI agent, Hiring Assistant
LinkedIn has entered the AI agent market with its new Hiring Assistant , aiming to streamline up to 80% of the pre-offer recruitment workflow. The tool integrates directly into LinkedIn's platform, enhancing recruiter productivity and candi
Venture CapitalTalentNeuron Acquires HRForecast, Launches First Unified Strategic Workforce Planning Platform
TalentNeuron, backed by Leeds Equity Partners, has acquired HRForecast, a strategic workforce planning and skills management software provider. This acquisition will create the first end-to-end platform integrating internal workforce data w
Venture CapitalParis-Based Jump Raises €11M Series A to Provide Freelancers with Full-Time Benefits
Paris-based Jump has raised €11 million in a Series A funding round led by Breega, with Index Ventures and RAISE Seed For Good also participating. Jump provides freelancers with the benefits of full-time employment, including social protect
Product NewsPaycor Launches Cutting-Edge Time-Off Management Tools to Boost Productivity
Paycor HCM, Inc. has announced innovative time-off management features that streamline operations and improve employee well-being. These new tools enhance real-time visibility, automate approval processes, and help leaders prevent burnout.
Venture CapitalVahan.ai Secures $10M in Series B Funding to Expand AI-Driven Blue-Collar Recruitment Across India
Vahan.ai, an AI-driven recruitment platform focused on India’s gig workforce, has raised $10 million in a Series B funding round led by Khosla Ventures. Key participants include Y Combinator and Paytm's Vijay Shekhar Sharma. The funding wil
Company NewsWorkday Ventures Fuels Innovation with Strategic AI Investments in 10 Cutting-Edge Companies
Workday Ventures continues to fuel innovation with strategic investments in AI-focused companies, helping organizations enhance productivity and simplify business processes. The latest investments include firms like Censia, Glean, and Nayya
Product NewsWorkday Launches Illuminate: The Next Generation of Workday AI
Workday Inc. has launched Illuminate, the next generation of its AI platform, designed to transform enterprise operations by leveraging the world's largest HR and finance dataset. Illuminate enhances decision-making, accelerates routine tas
Company NewsDeloitte Academies Debuts With the Purpose of Helping Organizations Future-proof Leadership Capabilities and Workforce Skills
Deloitte has launched Deloitte Academies, a comprehensive suite of learning experiences designed to develop vital skills for the future workforce, including high-demand areas such as AI, sustainability, and product innovation, as well as en
Company NewsEngagedly Announces the Top 100 Global HR Influencers of 2024
The Eighth Annual list celebrates the achievements of people strategists who are driving impactful change in the workplace. ST. LOUIS, Sept. 11, 2024 — Engagedly, the world’s most adaptable and connected employee experience platform, proud
Venture CapitalRen Systems Secures $3.5M to Revolutionize Deal-Making with AI-Powered Insights
Ren Systems has secured a $3.5 million financing round led by JLL Spark Global Ventures, with participation from Camber Creek, ZoomInfo, and Contour Ventures, to enhance its AI-powered relationship intelligence technology. Ren, designed for
Company NewsBlink Announces Strategic Partnership with LineZero to Facilitate Meta Workplace Transition
Blink, a leading employee super-app, announced a strategic partnership with LineZero, a top provider of workplace community solutions and Meta Workplace's largest global partner. This collaboration aims to assist Meta Workplace customers in
Company NewsUKG Labs Ecosystem Doubles in Size, Adds Nine New Startups
UKG has announced that its UKG Labs, an in-house global startup ecosystem and virtual laboratory, has expanded to include 20 companies. This program accelerates innovation for the frontline workforce by supporting early-stage companies that
Company NewsWorkday Announces Fiscal 2025 Second Quarter Financial Results
Workday, Inc. reported strong fiscal 2025 second quarter results, with total revenues reaching $2.085 billion, up 16.7% year-over-year, and subscription revenues at $1.903 billion, up 17.2%. The company’s non-GAAP operating income increased
EarningsFiverr Announces Second Quarter 2024 Results
Fiverr International Ltd. reported solid Q2 2024 financial results, showcasing resilience amid macroeconomic volatility. Key achievements include revenue exceeding guidance midpoints, strong Adjusted EBITDA, and robust free cash flow. Fiver
Venture CapitalGigpro Secures $16M Series A Financing Round to Transform Hospitality Labor Market
Gigpro , a prominent on-demand labor marketplace for the hospitality industry, secured $16 million in Series A funding led by Foundry, with contributions from Stage 1 Ventures, Stage 2 Capital, and Detroit Venture Partners. This funding wil
Venture CapitalWorkstaff closes $1.6M CAD in seed funding for the next phase of its workforce management software
Workstaff , a Montreal-based provider of workforce management tools, has secured $1.6M CAD in seed financing from Impulsion PME and Anges Québec. This investment will facilitate Workstaff’s global expansion and enhance its platform, which a
Product NewsFiverr Shows Its Transformation From a Services Marketplace to a Hiring Platform With Its 2024 Summer Product Release
Fiverr is expanding its platform from a services marketplace to a comprehensive hiring solution with its new summer product release. This includes deeper AI integration with Fiverr Neo, a new professions catalog, hourly rate options, and sa
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