This article outlines a new framework for compensating creators fairly when AI companies use their content, aiming to balance big tech’s data needs with creators’ rights and incomes. It argues that practical, mutually beneficial arrangements can align incentives across the creator economy and AI fir
While high-profile firms often grow through bold, long-term bets, most companies retreat under uncertainty—our research found 90% pulled back rather than doubling down. Analyzing 1,200+ firms in structurally low-growth industries, we found fewer than 120 achieved >8% annual growth without high-risk
Summer hiring is acting as a payroll and compliance stress test for many small businesses, revealing gaps in processes, systems, and HR capacity they can’t afford to ignore. To avoid payroll errors, misclassification and regulatory risks, SMBs should audit payroll workflows, update systems, and cons
Organizations spend heavily on L&D but one-size-fits-all programs often leave employees disengaged and unable to apply or retain new skills because engagement is personal and tied to how people prefer to interact with content, peers and facilitators. Learning leaders should measure engagement across
A judge cut $83 million from a record-breaking age-bias punitive award against Liberty Mutual, finding there was no evidence from which a jury could reasonably infer the company acted with "intentional malice, trickery or deceit." The ruling narrows the punitive damages imposed on the insurer.
As the 2026 World Cup arrives, employers will need to manage practical challenges ranging from heavier traffic to employee watch parties. HR should plan flexible schedules and staffing coverage, set clear policies for time off and workplace gatherings, and communicate expectations and safety measure
Meta has committed $115 million to a workforce academy that will offer free skilled-trades training, industry-recognized credentials, and guaranteed jobs to support construction of its expanding data center and AI infrastructure footprint. The program is designed to build local talent pipelines and
RedThread Research finds employees increasingly turn to manager feedback rather than traditional development frameworks to improve their skills. This shift suggests L&D leaders may need to re-engage in strategic planning by integrating managers as primary development partners and rethinking formal f