Technology: HR News, Trends & Workplace Insights

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Updated on: Sep 2025

Hiring

Walmart HR Chief Uses ChatGPT to Identify Leadership Talent

Sep 20, 2025

Opendoor to Cut of Staff, Chairman Calls Company Bloated

Opendoor Technologies, the real estate technology firm known for its online home buying and selling ...

Layoffs

Sep 19, 2025

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AI Helps Livspace Speed Up Hiring and Improve Cultural Fit

Livspace, a leading home interiors and renovation brand, has adopted an agentic AI recruitment intel...

Hiring

Sep 18, 2025

Google Mandates Use of Internal AI Models for Coding Tasks

Google has issued strict new internal guidelines requiring its software engineers to use only the co...

Technology

Sep 10, 2025

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Jobs

Debate Over BOT Policy After Accenture Staff Receives Offer

A recent Reddit post has reignited debate around Accenture Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) policy, after an employee sought advice on whether to accept a job offer from a client while still bound by contractual obligations. The post, which quickly gained traction among professionals in India’s tech and outsourcing sectors, reflects growing concerns over restrictive employment clauses and […]

Sep 4, 2025

Technology

SightsIn Plus launches “Applied AI for HR Professionals” enroll now

SightsIn Plus, India’s premier monthly HR magazine, has announced a pioneering “Applied AI for HR Professionals” two-day certification course—designed to empower HR leaders with hands-on AI competencies tailored to real-world HR workflows. Scheduled for September 6–7, 2025, the fully online program runs from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM IST each day, offering interactive sessions, live […]

Aug 28, 2025

Employment

Microsoft AI Chief: Skill Gap Is Bigger Threat Than Job Loss

Mustafa Suleyman, CEO of Microsoft AI and co-founder of DeepMind, has cautioned that the most pressing challenge posed by artificial intelligence is not widespread job loss, but the growing risk that many people may struggle to adapt to the rapid changes it brings. In a recent interview, Mustafa emphasized that while AI is unlikely to […]

Aug 27, 2025

Employment

“If AI Replaces Us, What About You?”: Staff Confronts Management

A recent incident at a cybersecurity company has reignited public debate about the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace and the future of human oversight. During an internal demonstration intended to showcase how AI could automate employee tasks, a staff member posed a pointed question: “If AI can replace all staff, why would […]

Aug 26, 2025

Employment

AWS CEO Warns Against Replacing Junior Employees with AI

Amazon Web Services (AWS) CEO Matt Garman has issued a blunt warning to companies considering the replacement of junior employees with artificial intelligence (AI), calling it “one of the dumbest things I’ve ever heard.” Speaking on the Matthew Berman Podcast, Matt challenged the growing trend among tech firms to reduce entry-level hiring in favor of […]

Aug 26, 2025

Technology

Will AI Make Your Manager Obsolete — or More Human?

The Myth Imagine running a transport company in the pre-Uber era. You have a fleet of cars and drivers. When a customer calls, you quickly find the nearest available driver, make the booking, and keep both sides happy. This was a flourishing business a few decades ago. Even now, there are companies that run this […]

Aug 25, 2025

Layoffs

IgniteTech CEO Replaces 80% of Staff Over AI Resistance

Eric Vaughan, CEO of Texas-based enterprise software firm IgniteTech, has made headlines for his uncompromising stance on artificial intelligence adoption. In a move that has sparked debate across the tech industry, Eric replaced nearly 80% of his workforce in 2023 after employees resisted company-wide efforts to integrate AI into daily operations. Eric described AI as […]

Aug 19, 2025

Technology

Facial Recognition Cameras to Track Government Staff in Odisha

Government of Odisha has announced the deployment of AI-powered surveillance cameras across state offices to monitor employee attendance, performance, and workplace conduct. The initiative, unveiled during a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja, is part of a broader strategy to improve governance, curb absenteeism, and strengthen institutional integrity. The rollout will begin at […]

Aug 13, 2025

Technology

Microsoft CEO Outlines Shift to AI-Driven “Intelligence Engine”

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has declared a fundamental transformation in the company’s identity, stating that its long-standing role as a “software factory” is no longer sufficient. Satya outlined a new vision for Microsoft as an “intelligence engine,” focused on democratizing artificial intelligence and empowering users to build their own intelligent tools and solutions. This strategic […]

Aug 12, 2025

Jobs

Report Highlights India’s Potential to Lead Global AI Workforce

India is poised to become a global hub for artificial intelligence (AI) talent, according to a joint report released by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) and KPMG India. The report, unveiled during the 16th FICCI Global Skills Summit 2025, outlines a comprehensive roadmap for India to emerge as a strategic […]

Aug 11, 2025

Hiring

Meta Redefines Tech Hiring with AI-Enabled Assessments

Meta has officially begun piloting a new hiring model that allows candidates to use AI tools during coding interviews, marking a significant departure from traditional recruitment practices. The initiative, confirmed through internal memos and spokesperson statements, is currently being tested with a select pool of engineering candidates. Tools like ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot, and Meta’s own […]

Aug 6, 2025

Industry

Google CEO Urges Employees to Boost Efficiency with AI

At a recent all-hands meeting, Google CEO Sundar Pichai called on employees to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) more aggressively to enhance productivity and operational efficiency. The directive comes as Alphabet Inc., Google’s parent company, prepares for a record $85 billion in capital expenditures in 2025, up from $75 billion earlier in the year. Sundar emphasized […]

Aug 4, 2025