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Handshake Acquires AI-Native Learning Platform Uplimit to Connect Learning, Skills and Hiring
Handshake has acquired Uplimit to build a global AI learning platform connecting learning, verified skills and hiring. The company says AI use at work rose from 8% to 35% in one year, while only...
Venture CapitalNew England AI Hiring Startup Boomband Raises $4.0M Seed Led by Boston Seed
Boomband has raised a $4.0 million seed round to launch an AI-native talent marketplace aimed at rehumanizing the hiring process. Founded by Jeff Taylor , creator of Monster.com , the company positions itself as a structural alternative to
Product NewsHireClix Launches Second Chance Pages to Further Improve the Candidate Experience
HireClix has introduced its new Second Chance Pages, a career site enhancement designed to solve one of the most common candidate-experience failures: the dead-end encountered when job seekers click on a closed job listing. According to the
Company NewsZipRecruiter Q2 2025 Revenue Hits $112.2M, Signals Possible Q4 YoY Growth
ZipRecruiter reported Q2 2025 revenue of $112.2 million, with a net loss of $9.5 million (−8% margin) and Adjusted EBITDA of $9.3 million (8% margin). Despite a still-soft labor market, sequential growth in Paid Employers since Q4 2024 and
Company NewsIndeed CEO Chris Hyams Steps Down After 15-Year Tenure; Deko Returns to Lead
Chris Hyams has officially stepped down as CEO of Indeed after nearly 15 years of leading the world’s largest job platform. In a heartfelt letter to the team, Hyams reflects on his journey from VP of Product to CEO, overseeing Indeed’s expo
Venture CapitalJobGet Acquires Seasoned: AI & Automation Reshape Restaurant Hiring
JobGet has acquired Seasoned , strengthening its position as the leading hiring platform for hourly workers. This acquisition follows its recent purchase of Snagajob, extending its reach to over 100 million job seekers. Seasoned’s AI-powere
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 ,
Venture CapitalTeal Announces Series A Funding to Expand its AI-Powered Careers Platform, Bringing Total Financing Raised to $19 Million
Teal , an AI-powered career platform, has raised $7.5 million in Series A funding, bringing its total financing to $19 million. The funds will support global scaling and product development, including new AI-driven tools such as an AI Inter
Product NewsRemote Unveils AI-Powered Recruit AI to Tackle Global Hiring Challenges
Remote has unveiled Recruit AI , a groundbreaking AI-driven hiring solution designed to tackle the complexities of global recruitment. With "Matches," an intelligent candidate matching tool, the platform identifies top talent worldwide by a
Company NewsZipRecruiter Resilient Amid Hiring Slowdown with $117.1M Q3 Revenue and Share Repurchase Boost
ZipRecruiter has released its third-quarter 2024 financial results, reporting $117.1 million in revenue but a net loss of $2.6 million. Despite hiring challenges, CEO Ian Siegel reaffirms the company's confidence in the U.S. labor market an
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
Product NewsZipRecruiter Launches Next Generation of Resume Database for Employers
ZipRecruiter ® has launched a next-generation Resume Database, offering employers an enhanced experience in finding qualified candidates more efficiently. With advanced search and filtering tools, employers can quickly access the most rele
Product NewsRandstad Debuts New App, Revolutionizing Connection Between Employers and Talent
Randstad, the world’s largest talent partner, has launched a new app designed to transform the connection between employers and job seekers. This AI-driven, two-sided marketplace gives job seekers unprecedented control over their employment
Product NewsHireClix Launches Maps for Career Sites, Improving Candidate Experiences
HireClix , a leader in recruitment marketing services, has introduced a new dynamic map technology feature to its career site solutions, enhancing job seekers' experience by providing an interactive way to explore job opportunities in a geo
Company NewsManpower to Open Job Hubs Inside Select Walmart Stores
Manpower ® , a global leader in staffing solutions, is launching innovative job hubs within select Walmart locations across the U.S., starting with two openings in Sturtevant, Wisconsin, and High Point, North Carolina, on September 13. The
Product NewsZipRecruiter Launches ZipIntro to Connect Employers and Candidates Faster Than Ever
ZipRecruiter ® has officially launched ZipIntro, a groundbreaking tool designed to expedite the hiring process by enabling quicker, more personal connections between employers and candidates through face-to-face video screenings. After a su
Product NewsSense Launches Career Site Solution to Help Companies Improve Candidate Experience
Sense , a leader in AI-driven talent engagement solutions, has launched a new Career Sites product designed to enhance the hiring process, elevate employer branding, and improve the candidate experience. The platform allows companies to bui
Venture CapitalZipRecruiter Acquires People-Powered Job Comparison Site Breakroom
ZipRecruiter has acquired Breakroom, a UK-based employer review platform focused on frontline industries. ZipRecruiter plans to launch Breakroom in the U.S., providing job seekers with transparent insights on pay, work conditions, and cultu
Company NewsZipRecruiter Achieves Strong Q2 2024 Results with $123.7M Revenue and Continued Innovation
ZipRecruiter announced its financial results for the quarter ending June 30, 2024, reporting a quarterly revenue of $123.7 million and a net income of $7.0 million, which represents a 6% net income margin. The company also achieved an Adjus
Venture CapitalSkillfully Secures $2.5 Million in Seed Funding to Revolutionize Recruitment
Skillfully , a pioneer in simulation-driven hiring solutions, has secured $2.5 million in seed funding led by Better Ventures. This funding will enhance Skillfully's platform, which uses advanced AI tools and a modern skill taxonomy to revo
Product NewsEdge of Bliss Transforms the Job Search Experience with Advanced AI
Edge of Bliss has launched Edge GPT, an AI-powered career assistant designed to transform the job search experience for both job seekers and employers. Edge GPT offers personalized resume and cover letter creation, job search optimization,
EarningsZipRecruiter Announces First Quarter 2024 Results
ZipRecruiter reported a revenue of $122.2 million in the first quarter of 2024, with a net loss of $6.5 million, reflecting a net loss margin of 5%. Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $20.8 million, marking a 17% margin. Despite the challe
Venture CapitalCareerArc Acquires Recruitment Video Platform Lumina
CareerArc , a leading force in social recruiting solutions, has significantly expanded its capabilities by acquiring Lumina , the premier SaaS platform for producing visual job postings at scale. This strategic move not only enhances Caree
Venture CapitalJob Mobz Acquires Before You Apply to Revolutionize Job Search Experience
Job Mobz, a leader in recruitment solutions, has acquired Before You Apply (BYA) , a platform known for enhancing job search transparency and employer branding. This acquisition aims to transform the job search experience by offering deeper
EarningsZipRecruiter's 2023 Financial Triumph: Achieving $49 Million Net Income and $175 Million Adjusted EBITDA in a Challenging Market
ZipRecruiter, a leading online employment marketplace, announced its financial outcomes for Q4 and the entirety of 2023, highlighting resilience amidst a sluggish hiring environment. The company reported a net income of $49 million and an A
Venture CapitalBridging the Gap: HelloHive Secures $3.4M Series A to Empower Underrepresented Job Seekers
HelloHive, securing a $3.4 million Series A funding, is spearheading a revolution in the hiring process by emphasizing talent and potential over traditional metrics like education and past employment. Founded by Byron Slosar, HelloHive aims
Product NewsRemote Talent: Revolutionizing the Way We Connect with Global Workforces
Remote, a leader in managing globally distributed workforces, has launched a new marketplace, Remote Talent, to bridge the gap between employers and job seekers. Integrated with Remote’s global HR platform, this marketplace caters to both r
Venture CapitalEarnBetter's AI Revolution: Landing $4.5 Million to Transform Job Searches
EarnBetter , a pioneering AI technology company, announces the launch of its AI job search assistant alongside securing a $4.5 million seed round investment. The platform, backed by prominent investors like Andreessen Horowitz, revolutioniz
Venture CapitalSA recruiting startup JOBJACK raised $2.5 M to support initiatives to reduce unemployment
South African recruitment startup JOBJACK has raised ZAR45 million (US$2.5 million) in pre-Series A funding to help it change the narrative of entry-level recruitment in the country. Founded in 2018 by Christiaan van den Berg and Heine Bell
Product NewsERE Media and Talent Board Sign Definitive Merger Agreement to Form New ERE CandE Benchmark Research Program
The CandE Benchmark Research Program helps companies measure and understand their candidate experience and improve their recruiting efforts. ERE Media to Merge With Talent Board SAN FRANCISCO , Nov. 1, 2023 Talent Board, a non-profit orga
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