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UKG Adds Agentic Orchestration to Connect Workforce Intelligence with Frontline Execution
UKG introduced agentic orchestration to its AI-first Workforce Operating Platform, adding Workforce Intelligence Hub and Dynamic Workforce Operations. New capabilities include Operational Benchmarks, Fully Loaded Labor Cost, Real-Time Workf
Cegid Acquires Shine to Build Europe’s First AI-Powered Financial and HR Hub for SMBs
Cegid has completed its acquisition of fintech unicorn Shine, creating Europe’s first fully integrated AI-driven financial hub for SMBs and accountants. The combined company now serves 1M+ SMBs, 15,000 accountants, operates across 7 Europea
Company NewsWorkday, Anthropic, and Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) Launch AI-Focused Solopreneurship Accelerator Program
Workday , Anthropic, and LISC have launched an AI-focused Solopreneurship Accelerator in the U.S. The pilot will support 15 entrepreneurs with $10,000 grants, Claude AI credits, AI skills training, and coaching support. The program focuses
Company NewsUKG Unveils Agentic-powered UKG Pro Pay with Workforce AI at Payroll Congress 2026
UKG introduced UKG Pro Pay with Workforce AI at Payroll Congress 2026, bringing agentic, assistive, and generative AI into payroll operations. New capabilities include Payroll Analyst Agent, Payroll Auditing AI, and anomaly detection using
Company NewsGusto Surpasses $1 Billion in Revenue, Serving More Than 500,000 Small Businesses
Gusto has surpassed $1B in trailing 12-month revenue, serving 500,000+ U.S. small businesses. The company added roughly 50,000 customers last quarter, achieved five consecutive quarters of ARR acceleration, and says more than half of ARR no
Venture CapitalGusto Acquires Mosey to Build End-to-End Compliance Infrastructure for SMBs
Gusto has acquired Mosey to expand its capabilities beyond payroll and HR into end-to-end compliance management for small businesses. Serving over 400,000 businesses, Gusto aims to integrate state and local registrations, filings, renewals,
Company NewsUKG Showcases a New AI Workforce Orchestration Platform at UNLEASH America and TRANSFORM
UKG is showcasing its Workforce Operating Platform at UNLEASH America 2026 and TRANSFORM 2026, positioning AI as a real-time system of action for HR, payroll, and workforce management. UKG says 80,000+ organizations in 150 countries use its
Product NewsU.S. startup back-office platform Every launches AI-native agents spanning payroll, benefits, HR compliance, and taxes
Every has launched new AI-native back-office agents for startups and SMBs, including AI CFO, AI Bookkeeper, and AI CHRO. The platform combines banking, payroll, benefits, HR compliance, bookkeeping, and taxes into one system, aiming to give
Venture CapitalChicago-based Yourco Raises $6M Series A and Launches AI-Powered Frontline Intelligence Platform
Chicago-based workforce communication platform Yourco has launched Frontline Intelligence , an AI-powered capability designed to transform everyday frontline employee communication into real-time operational insights. Built on the company’
Product NewsADP Builds Responsible AI HR Platform Across Payroll, Talent and Workforce Operations
ADP announced the launch of a dedicated AI agents destination within ADP Marketplace, the world’s largest digital HR storefront. The initiative introduces curated partner AI agents that integrate directly with ADP systems to orchestrate wor
Product NewsADP Launches ADP Assist AI Agents Powered by 1.1M Clients and 42M Workers Globally
ADP launches new ADP Assist AI agents to automate payroll and HR tasks. Built on data from 1.1M clients across 140+ countries and 42M wage earners, the agents audit payroll variances, guide tax registration, answer policy questions and trig
Company NewsADP Reports Q2 FY2026 Revenue of $5.4 Billion, Up 6% Year over Year
ADP Reports Second Quarter Fiscal 2026 Results •Revenues increased 6% compared to last year's second quarter to $5.4 billion; 5% organic constant currency •Net earnings increased 10% to $1.1 billion, and adjusted net earnings increased 10%
Venture CapitalGusto Partners with zerohash to Enable Instant Global Stablecoin Payouts
Gusto has partnered with zerohash to introduce instant, global stablecoin payout capabilities across its payments platform, currently available in beta. By integrating zerohash’s regulated, enterprise-grade onchain settlement infrastructur
Product NewsDianaHR Deploys First Production-Grade "HR Agent" to Automate Employee Onboarding
DianaHR has announced the launch of its Agentic Onboarding system, marking what the company describes as the first production-grade AI “HR Agent” capable of executing end-to-end employee onboarding with minimal human intervention. Designed
Venture CapitalG&A Partners Acquires New York-Based CPEO Firm Ethan Allen HR Services, Expanding PEO and HR Outsourcing Capabilities in the Northeast
G&A Partners announced the acquisition of Ethan Allen HR Services , a long-established IRS-Certified Professional Employer Organization (CPEO) headquartered in Poughkeepsie, New York. The transaction strengthens G&A’s footprint in the Hudso
Venture CapitalSign In Solutions Acquires The Receptionist to Strengthen AI-First Visitor Management
Sign In Solutions announced the acquisition of The Receptionist on January 12, 2026, reinforcing its position as a global leader in visitor management technology. The Denver-based The Receptionist serves more than 5,500 customers across 35
Venture CapitalUKG Agrees to Acquire Inova Payroll to Expand Service-Led HCM for SMBs
UKG has agreed to acquire Inova Payroll, a Nashville-based HCM and payroll provider serving 4,000+ SMBs. Inova is the largest reseller of the UKG Ready® suite nationwide. The deal is expected to close in early 2026, subject to conditions. U
Venture CapitalVestwell to Acquire Accrue 401k, Becoming the Platform for Nearly 30,000 Guideline Plans
Vestwell announced an agreement to acquire Accrue 401k, the entity formed to support the nearly 30,000 Guideline retirement plans excluded from Gusto’s acquisition of Guideline. Once finalized, approximately 350,000 savers across small and
Company NewsADP Announces 2026 HCM Distinction Award Finalists
ADP has announced the finalists for its 2026 HCM Distinction Awards, honoring large employers that exemplify excellence in human capital management and workplace innovation. Selected from a highly competitive pool, these organizations demon
Product NewsADP Launches Unified Global Workforce Management Suite Across HCM Platforms
ADP has launched the new ADP WorkForce Suite across its major HCM and payroll platforms, creating a unified global workforce management environment for organizations operating in more than 140 countries. This integrated suite centralizes ti
Company NewsHR in 2026 will be Defined by the Impact of AI Innovation on Work
The 2026 HR landscape is being shaped by three converging forces: rapid AI adoption, rising expectations for employee well-being, and a complex regulatory environment across states and countries. This report highlights how organizations are
Company NewsFiverr Announces Third Quarter 2025 Results
Fiverr reported solid Q3 2025 results, surpassing expectations in both revenue and profitability. Total revenue reached $107.9 million, up 8.3% year-over-year, while Adjusted EBITDA hit a record $24.2 million with a 22.4% margin. Despite a
Company NewsUKG Launches Venture Fund
UKG, a leading global AI platform for HR, pay, and workforce management, has launched UKG Ventures , a strategic investment fund focused on the next generation of worktech innovators. The fund targets early to growth-stage startups that ali
Venture CapitalADP Acquires Pequity
ADP has acquired Pequity, a 2019-founded compensation management platform, in a move to enhance its global HR and payroll capabilities. Pequity’s AI-powered tools combine spreadsheet familiarity with enterprise-grade automation, offering bu
Company NewsUKG, the Workforce Operating Platform, Launches Global Rebrand and Campaign, “When Work Works, Everything Works”
UKG has unveiled its global rebrand and new campaign, “When Work Works, Everything Works,” positioning itself as the world’s Workforce Operating Platform. The refreshed brand identity highlights UKG’s AI-powered HR, payroll, and workforce m
Company NewsADP Nominates Karen S. Lynch and Robert H. Swan to Board of Directors
ADP has nominated Karen S. Lynch, former CEO of CVS Health, and Robert H. Swan, former CEO and CFO of Intel, to its Board of Directors ahead of the November 12, 2025, Annual Meeting of Stockholders. With decades of leadership experience acr
Company NewsParafin and Gusto Launch Payroll Bridge: Line of Credit to Help 400K+ SMBs Pay Staff on Time
Parafin and Gusto have partnered to launch Payroll Bridge, a payroll line of credit designed to help small businesses cover payroll during cash flow gaps. Integrated directly into Gusto’s platform, the solution ensures employees are paid on
Venture CapitalDianaHR Secures $3.7M Seed to Disrupt SMB HR with AI-Powered HR-as-a-Service
DianaHR , a San Francisco–based startup founded by former Gusto Head of Engineering Upeka Bee, has raised a $3.7 million seed round led by SNR Ventures with participation from General Catalyst, Y Combinator, and unicorn founders from Mercur
Company NewsOpenAI Bets on the Future of Work With AI-Powered Jobs Platform and Skills Certifications
OpenAI has announced its upcoming AI-powered hiring platform , the OpenAI Jobs Platform, set to launch in mid-2026 . Positioned as a direct competitor to LinkedIn, the service will leverage AI to match businesses with workers, offering dedi
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