Central, a Y Combinator-backed startup, has raised $8.6 million in seed funding led by First Round Capital to build the first AI-native back-office platform for startups. Unlike traditional HR and finance tools, Central integrates directly into Slack to automate payroll, benefits, compliance, accoun

goHappy, a leader in frontline employee engagement, has launched Frontline Referrals, a revolutionary tool designed to modernize hourly worker recruitment. This no-app, text-based solution enables frontline staff to refer friends and former coworkers seamlessly while empowering e

15Five, a performance management platform, has acquired Kona, an AI-powered manager coaching tool designed for remote work environments. The acquisition strengthens 15Five's position as a leader in addressing manager skill gaps and improving business outcomes by integrating AI-driven solutions direc

Workday's Global Workforce Report for the first half of 2024 highlights a notable trend in the labor market: job applications are increasing four times faster than job openings, creating a competitive landscape for job seekers. Despite this growth, organizations are struggling to retain top talent,

Oyster®,a leading global employment platform, has secured $59M in Series D funding led by Silver Lake Waterman. This investment will accelerate Oyster's roadmap, enhance compliance capabilities, and expand its suite of services including global payroll and Visa sponsorships. As a B Corp-certified u

BerniePortal  has introduced a new Recruiting feature tailored for small businesses, designed to enhance their competitive edge in attracting top talent. This feature includes API integrations with major job boards like Indeed and ZipRecruiter, allowing for automated job postings and a streamlined

Fast-growing payroll provider Deel has acquired Hofy, a London-based company specializing in managing office equipment for remote hires. The acquisition, valued at over $100 million, marks Deel's third significant acquisition this year. This strategic move aims to integrate Hofy's services into Deel

Homebase, a leader in HR and team management applications for small businesses, announced a $60M Series D funding led by L Catterton Growth with support from Emerson Collective and others. This funding will boost R&D to expand its product ecosystem, serving over 100,000 small businesses and mana

The one-of-a-kind solution built for the hybrid workforce combines employee listening tools and team check ins to help managers and organizational leaders to build a highly engaged and high performing teams ST. LOUIS, Jan. 9, 2023 -- Employee experience is highly consequential to the success