Musk’s xAI Layoffs Suggest a Shift in Favor of Specialist Roles
Elon Musk’s xAI has turned to layoffs, axing 500 jobs this weekend with the promise of continued hiring for more specialized data annotators. ...
What the FTC Noncompete Warning Means for Healthcare HR
The FTC issued warning letters on non-compete agreements to several healthcare businesses as a reminder to review their employee contracts. ...
Navigating Japan’s Disabled Employee Quota: The Future of Inclusive Hiring
Japan’s disabled employee quota is a way to promote inclusivity in hiring, but an upcoming increase in the statutory minimum rate has businesses worried. ...
After Layoffs, Novo Nordisk Announces RTO Mandate for Employees
The Nordisk RTO mandate could be a strategy to encourage attrition, but if community-building is the goal, additional policy changes are crucial. ...
Korean Investors May Hesitate to Invest in the US: What the Visa Issues Mean for Business
Korean investors may hesitate to invest in the US after a Georgia factory raid brought up visa issues that affect businesses at large. ...
The Sheen of Oracle’s Stock Gains Dulls in the Face of Recent Cloud Layoffs
Oracle’s stock gains added $244 billion to its market cap, but its employees aren’t celebrating, some of whom were recently laid off. ...
Microsoft Layoffs Announced for the Fifth Month in a Row as Employee Woes Mount
The latest round of Microsoft layoffs, now the fifth month of consecutive cuts, may be small, but employees are growing weary of the uncertainty. ...
How to Increase PTO Participation Among Employees Afraid of Taking a Break?
Taking time off is treated as taboo, but increasing PTO participation can be very crucial to improving the health of the organization overall. ...
What Is Workplace Survivor Syndrome and How Can It Affect Your Employees?
Layoffs are hard on employees who are let go, but the experience of workplace survivor syndrome can be hard on those who remain. ...
The Microsoft RTO Policy Leaves Room for Flexibility and Hybrid Work
Microsoft’s RTO policy will require employees to come in three days a week starting from February 2026, with a phase-by-phase rollout. ...
Clarity Over Charisma: Taking a Closer Look at Leading AI Teams in 2025
Leading AI teams comprising both manpower and technology requires traditional leadership styles to evolve with the changing times. ...
The LinkedIn Recruiter Verification System Takes a Crack at Scam Prevention
LinkedIn’s recruiter verification system is designed to add a layer of security to the process of hiring through the job search platform. ...
The PwC Hiring Slowdown Cuts Down on the Availability of Entry-Level Jobs
Reports on the PwC hiring slowdown add to concerns regarding the shrinking number of entry-level roles available for young graduates. ...
OpenAI and Walmart’s AI Certification Program Could Be a Boon for Employees
OpenAI and Walmart’s AI certification program is set to aid US frontline and office-based employees in leveling up their AI skills in 2026. ...
The US August Job Report Has Many Takeaways for HR to Evaluate
The US August jobs report suggests job cuts reached pandemic-level highs last month. It’s time for HR to step up and set things right with employees. ...
Air Canada Deal Rejected by Flight Attendants over Wage Woes
The Air Canada deal has been rejected by CUPE union members, and while there is no risk of another strike, the conflict between the two parties continues. ...
