US imposes high fees on H-1B visas raising talent concerns
The U.S. will impose a $100,000 annual fee for companies sponsoring H‑1B visas, alongside a “Gold Card” investment visa program. Experts warn this could hinder access to global talent, impact tech innovation, and exacerbate critical workforce shortages in healthcare and high-skill sectors.
March appoints First Chief People Officer to boost talent strategy
Engineering firm MARCH has appointed Jo Pick as its first Chief People Officer, signalling a major focus on talent development and organisational growth. Her expertise in transformation, digital innovation, and people strategy will strengthen MARCH’s engineering capabilities and employee development programmes.
Irish workers pursue innovation amid workplace change
A third of Irish workers are seeking roles in more innovative companies, citing salary, career progression, and lack of innovation as key drivers. Auxilion’s survey highlights the impact of technology adoption, change management, and leadership communication on employee retention and organisational agility.
Workplace assault ruling highlights risk and accountability
A workplace assault over derogatory remarks and provocative music led to dismissal upheld by the Workplace Relations Commission. Despite procedural imperfections, the ruling reinforces boundaries of acceptable conduct and the need for clear HR protocols in managing conflict in high-risk work environments.
Walmart taps OpenAI for employee training
The mass retailer will debut an artificial intelligence certification course for employees in 2026 through a partnership with the company behind ChatGPT.
CIPM sets up HR leadership academy to advance human capital excellence
In a landmark move to redefine the future of Human Resource Management in Nigeria and across Africa, the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM) has officially launched the CIPM HR Leadership Academy.
Deel expands immigration support with Business Visas service
Global HR and payroll platform Deel has expanded its service to include Business Visas, a new immigration service that makes short-term international business travel faster, safer, and easier to manage.
Maneesh Menda joins Citi as Global Head of HR Delivery
Citi has appointed Maneesh Menda as Global Head of HR Delivery, where he will lead a global team of HR Delivery & Support Partners to provide world-class HR services in support of the firm’s workforce.
State of HR report finds 60% of companies lack dedicated DEIB roles
New research has revealed that 60% of surveyed companies have never appointed dedicated diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) roles, according to the 2026 State of People Strategy Report released yesterday (3 September).
Global HR tech market to reach USD 69.6 billion by 2033
The global human resource technology market is forecast to expand to USD 69.6 billion by 2033, almost double its value in 2024, according to research consultancy IMARC Group.
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