Clasp has been launched with a $1.5M funding round led by Base10 Partners, aiming to revolutionize the employee benefits sector by offering an API-driven infrastructure service. Co-founded by Amar Jasarbasic and Zach Zhang, Clasp seeks to address the complexities and integration gaps present in curr

First Advantage Corporation has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Sterling Check Corp. for approximately $2.2 billion, inclusive of debt. The merger unites complementary technology and services in employment background screening and identity verification, targeting sectors like healthc

Startup Slice Global Ltd., specializing in global equity management, has raised $7M in seed funding to enhance its AI-driven compliance platform. The round was led by TLV Partners, with contributions from various investors and law firms. Slice addresses the challenges companies face when issuing equ

Coverdash, a leading embedded insurtech for startups and SMBs, announced a $13.5M Series A funding, raising total capital to $16M. The funding, led by Nyca Partners, will enhance its embedded partner network and insurance offerings. Coverdash provides a seamless insurance buying experience, offering

Deel has acquired Zavvy, a Munich-based startup specializing in AI-driven people development. This move marks a significant consolidation in the HR services sector, aimed at improving unit economics and providing comprehensive solutions. Deel, known for payroll and HR services for distributed workfo

All Tech Is Human (ATIH) has successfully secured $2.5 million in funding from multiple prominent foundations, including Oak Foundation and Mozilla Foundation, to address complex technology and society issues and foster a comprehensive Responsible Tech ecosystem. ATIH is committed to tackling challe

Intenseye, an AI-powered workplace safety leader, has raised $64 million in Series B funding, marking the largest investment in the sector. The company is recognized for its innovative technology that proactively identifies workplace hazards, contributing to a significant reduction in work-related

Workday, Inc. has announced the acquisition of HiredScore, a leading provider of AI-powered talent orchestration solutions. This acquisition aims to merge Workday's Talent Management and Skills Cloud with HiredScore's solutions to offer a comprehensive, intelligent talent acquisition and internal mo

Interview Kickstart, based in San Francisco, has raised $10M in funding led by Blume Ventures, aiming to solidify its US presence and expand globally. Co-founded by Soham Mehta and Ryan Valles, the platform focuses on tech and AI workforce skilling, particularly for professionals aiming for careers

Tuned, a digital hearing health innovator, has successfully raised an oversubscribed $3.2 million seed extension, led by Unum Group with participation from Distributed Ventures. This funding boosts Tuned's total capital to $8.2 million, underpinning its mission to integrate comprehensive hearing car