# Rippling-Deel Lawsuit: Lessons on Secure HR Communication Practices ## The Corporate Espionage Case Sending Shockwaves Through HR Tech A recent lawsuit has brought to light alarming security concerns in workplace communication. HR software provider Rippling alleges that competitor Deel planted a mole in their Dublin office who accessed confidential information through Slack over several […]

# The Importance of Workplace Connection in the AI Era Picture this: A talented employee, once highly engaged, is now merely going through the motions. Meetings feel transactional, conversations lack depth and something is missing, despite company efforts to boost morale. This scenario is playing out in workplaces worldwide, and according to Mimi Nicklin, founder […]

# Combining Talent Acquisition and Management: Three Successful Case Studies In today’s fast-paced business environment, HR teams face mounting pressure to deliver more with fewer resources. The ongoing expectation for HR to operate efficiently while maintaining high-quality employee experiences has led many organizations to explore combining their talent acquisition (TA) and talent management (TM) functions. […]

# Overcoming Barriers to HR Effectiveness for Business Success An effective HR function provides a business with the right people, at the right price point and in sufficient (but not excessive) numbers. It supports and engages people in doing the right things to achieve business objectives and does all this in ways that conform to […]

# How CHROs Address Employee Fear of AI in the Workplace Employee fear of AI remains a significant challenge for HR leaders across organizations. Recent research from the ADP Research Institute reveals a complex landscape: while 31% of surveyed workers express fear that AI might replace their jobs, a larger portion (50%) believe AI could […]

# How Financial Stress Impacts Workplace Productivity and Solutions ## The Hidden Crisis in Today’s Workplace Financial stress has become a silent epidemic affecting workplaces across the country. While not immediately visible, this crisis takes a significant toll on employee wellbeing and company performance. Recent studies reveal that 35% of employees are distracted by financial […]

# Rippling vs. Deel: Impact on HR Tech Market Dynamics In a dramatic turn of events, San Francisco-based HR tech unicorn Deel is facing serious allegations of corporate espionage against competitor Rippling. According to a lawsuit filed this week, Deel allegedly cultivated a spy within Rippling who conducted thousands of suspicious searches to obtain confidential […]

# Male-Dominated Unions Embrace Fertility Benefits for Employees ## The Personal Cost of Infertility Struggles A few years back, Darrin Golden witnessed firsthand the devastating impact of infertility on his neighbors. The couple faced such significant financial strain from fertility treatments that they eventually declared medical bankruptcy and were forced to move. “I came home […]

# Navigating the Retirement Surge: Tech’s Role in Expertise Transfer As the Baby Boomer generation reaches retirement age in record numbers, organizations face a significant challenge in maintaining their expertise pipelines. This phenomenon, known as “Peak 65,” coincides with rapid technological changes that are reshaping workplace dynamics and increasing the urgency for expertise transfer solutions. […]

# Maximizing HSA Benefits for Employees of All Ages Consumers went into 2025 feeling optimistic about finances. However, while they may feel better about their financial prospects, employees are looking to build confidence in their overall financial literacy, and 81% say their employers can do more to help meet this goal. Health savings accounts (HSAs) […]