Welcome to CHROFirst’s Weekly Roundup—your go-to digest for the latest in talent acquisition, HR tech, employee experience, and workplace innovation. This week’s highlights span partnerships to expand access to frontline talent, AI-powered skills mapping, global payment solutions for remote workers, and initiatives to improve workplace safety and engagement worldwide.
Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
Talroo and Mitratech Partner to Boost Access to Exclusive Frontline Talent
Talroo teams up with Mitratech to connect employers with a unique pool of frontline talent—leveraging advanced sourcing and compliance technology to streamline hiring and ensure candidate quality.
HR Technology & Automation
ZipRecruiter Brings Breakroom to the U.S., Offering Job Seekers Real Insights from Frontline Workers
ZipRecruiter launches Breakroom in the U.S., giving job seekers authentic insights from frontline employees to make better-informed career decisions.
Employee Experience
Lockton Announces Acquisition of Employee Experience Company
Lockton acquires an employee experience firm to enhance engagement strategies, retention programs, and personalized workplace solutions for global clients.
Compensation & Benefits
Thunes and Ontop Partner to Deliver Instant Global Payments for Freelancers and Remote Workers
Thunes joins forces with Ontop to offer instant cross-border payment capabilities—empowering freelancers and remote teams with faster, more reliable compensation options.
Upskilling & Professional Development
Lightcast Unveils Skills Agent to Automate Real-Time Skills-to-Job Mapping
Lightcast introduces Skills Agent, an AI-driven tool that dynamically maps emerging skills to job roles—helping employers and workers stay ahead in a rapidly evolving job market.
Workplace Culture & Wellness
Ideagen Acquires WorkSafe Guardian to Strengthen Lone Worker Safety in APAC
Ideagen acquires WorkSafe Guardian to enhance safety protocols for lone and remote workers—bolstering employee wellbeing across the Asia-Pacific region.
⭐ Article of the Week
How to Build a High-Performance Culture: Lessons from Top Companies
This week’s featured insight explores proven strategies from leading organizations to foster a culture of excellence—covering leadership alignment, employee empowerment, and continuous improvement.
