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Amazon's return-to-office mandate sparks disability complaints

Employee Benefit News

The company's handling of employee accommodation requests is under question as workers allege violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act, among other issues.

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15Five Adds AI in HR Visionary Anthony Onesto to Leadership Team 

15Five

15Five is thrilled to announce the appointment of Anthony Onesto as our new VP, Platform & Product Marketing. The hire highlights 15Five’s commitment to AI-powered solutions for the future of work. Anthony, a recognized author and speaker on AI in HR, brings a wealth of experience at the intersection of technology and human capital. His background as a former CPO and CHRO – combined with his understanding of emerging technologies – positions him well to champion the evolving 15Five pla

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Analyst Insight: UKG Analyst Day 2025

3Sixty Insights

A Strategic Refresh and an AI-Driven Future In late May 2025, I stepped out into the warm Florida sun to join UKG’s Analyst Day event hosted in Fort Lauderdale. This closed-door session brought together leading HR technology analysts for an in-depth look at UKG’s redefined strategic vision, revamped executive leadership team, and extensive technology roadmap.

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Supporting well-being in hybrid work models

Employee Benefit News

Hybrid work environments offer a unique chance for innovation. Supporting well-being in hybrid work models requires creating inclusive and effective programs.

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How Al is Rewiring Compensation Strategy

As compensation complexity rises, many HR leaders are turning to AI—but not all tools are created equal. In this expert guide, learn what to look for in AI that’s truly built for compensation, how to maintain equity and compliance, and where to begin. From job description management to benchmarking and pay modeling, this paper outlines real-world examples of how AI can support faster, smarter decision-making, without losing the human touch.

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The New Look of Virtual Care: What’s Right for Employers and Plan Sponsors?

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

Virtual care has been a dynamic area in employee health benefits in recent years and is expected to continue developing as technology advances and plan members search for new ways to access care. Employers and plan sponsors likely need to continuously evaluate […] The post The New Look of Virtual Care: What’s Right for Employers and Plan Sponsors?

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How does credit score affect car insurance rates?

Higginbotham

When insurance companies set your car insurance rates, they may take your credit score into account. The logic behind this is that your credit score reflects your financial responsibility, which insurers may correlate with your likelihood of filing a claim. Understanding your credit score and how it can affect car insurance rates can help you make informed financial decisions.

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Taking the mystery out of annual employee benefit renewals

Employee Benefit News

With the right level of planning and communication, annual renewals don't have to be stressful.

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The strategic advantage of embedded payments for scaling up

WEX Inc.

So, you’re looking to grow your business. You’ve got a great product or service, a solid customer base, and the future looks bright. But as you think about scaling – taking your business to the next level – you might be overlooking a powerful tool that can make a significant difference: embedded payments. What are embedded payments? Simply put, it’s when payment processing is embedded directly into your existing platform, whether that’s your website, mobile app, or even your business software.

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How Trump's Rx executive order would slash costs

Employee Benefit News

Adopting most-favored-nation pricing could save hundreds of billions of dollars along the way to holding PBMs more accountable and eliminating 340B program abuse.

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The Truth About Group Medicare: Better Benefits, Lower Cost

Speaker: Lauran Star, PhD

We’re not sugarcoating it: retirement benefits in America are broken. As our workforce ages, too many employers cling to outdated benefit structures that drain budgets while leaving retirees confused, underserved, and anxious about healthcare costs. In this high-impact webinar, we will challenge everything you think you know about benefits for your aging and retired employees, especially the hidden potential of Group Medicare as a strategic advantage—not just a compliance checkbox.

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Federal Agencies Aim to Reduce Drug Costs by Aligning with Global Prices 

HR Professionals Magazine

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Inside Pertamina Indonesia: A safety-first work culture

People Matters

Pertamina, Indonesia’s national energy company, has notably strengthened its Pertamina safety culture across its extensive oil and gas operations in recent years. Beyond just compliance, it’s a key strategy to keep operations running smoothly, protect the environment, and ensure public safety. The company’s efforts gained momentum as it faced both inherent industry dangers and recent investigations that highlighted the need for better ethical oversight alongside strong safety practices.

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Turns out that hybrid working is indeed the new normal. For a minority of people

Workplace Insight

A new analysis from the Office for National Statistics confirms that hybrid working is now the dominant form of flexible work for many people in Great Britain. The figures, which cover the period from January to March 2025, show that 28 percent of working adults now combine home and on-site work on a regular basis – the highest proportion recorded since the ONS began monitoring hybrid working patterns.

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Risk Management in the Modern Era of Workplace Generative AI

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

As human resources (HR) leaders plan to expand the use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) in the workplace, nearly a dozen states have enacted or are considering legislation to regulate its use in employment practices. Additionally, courts are seeing class actions involving alleged disparate impact discrimination and wage and hour violations related to GenAI.

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Is Your Organization Ready for Real-Time Payments (RTP) and FedNow?

Faster, more flexible payment isn’t a future goal — it’s happening now. Real-time payments and the FedNow® Service are transforming wage disbursement, offering instant deposits, stronger compliance, and a better employee experience. This guide outlines the opportunities, compliance risks, and operational best practices finance and payroll leaders should know.

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Do You Need a Financial Advisor or Robo-Advisor?

Money Talk

I recently taught a new class titled Do You Need a Financial Advisor or Robo-Advisor? because many of my students were asking about hiring financial professionals during classes about retirement planning, investing, and income taxes. Below are eight take-aways: Frequency of Use- According to one study, less than half (44%) of American adults said they worked with a financial professional in 2023 but 88% said they thought that doing so would be helpful.

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The Paramount Layoffs Highlight How the Cable TV Slump Is Spurring Job Losses

HR Digest

A successful legacy of informing and entertaining viewers is no longer sufficient to keep cable TV networks at the top of their game. Paramount Global has announced layoffs across the company, an inevitable outcome following the rising cuts in the media industry. Paramount’s workforce reduction plans will affect 3.5% of US jobs which is expected to add up to several hundred employees across the organization.

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Duolingo CEO clarifies AI shift is about mindset, not mass layoffs

People Matters

Duolingo’s recent declaration to become an “AI-first” company raised eyebrows and triggered a wave of concern both within and outside the company. In April, CEO Luis von Ahn shared an all-hands email announcing the move – later reposted on LinkedIn – which drew hundreds of public reactions, many of them sceptical. Users feared not just for their jobs, but also their hard-earned 1,000-day language streaks.

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Ineffective onboarding is hurting employee retention

Employee Benefit News

Organizations' orientation efforts need to go further if they want to keep employees engaged and productive from day one.

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Unlock The Hidden Value Of Group Medicare Advantage For 2026

Speaker: Youseline Poteau-Young and Renide Jean, EdD

Group Medicare Advantage is no longer a trend; it’s the prevailing model for Medicare-eligible retiree coverage. As costs rise and benefit expectations evolve, HR leaders are rethinking how to deliver sustainable, high-value retiree plans in a shifting health landscape. With Group Medicare growing in adoption and sophistication, 2025 will be a defining year for benefits professionals looking to modernize retiree offerings while managing long-term financial and administrative impact.

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Material Matters to move to new venue for 2025

Workplace Insight

Material Matters , the cross-media platform promoting sustainable material intelligence in architecture and design, returns to the London Design Festival this September with an exciting new venue. Now in its fourth edition, the fair will occupy an entire floor of Space House – one of London’s most iconic modernist buildings – from 17 to 20 September 2025.

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The 6 Best Finance Podcasts for Financial Professionals

Professionals Alternative

Staying ahead in the finance industry requires more than technical skills—it demands continuous learning, real-time insight, and access to diverse perspectives. Whether you’re a financial analyst, investment advisor, or a professional in banking or corporate finance, keeping up with industry trends, market movements, and thought leadership helps you stay sharp and competitive.

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INTERWEST ANNOUNCES 2025 THOMAS G. WILLIAMS CHAIRMAN’S AWARD WINNERS

InterWest Insurance Services

Congratulations to 2025 Thomas G. Williams Chairman’s Award recipients! Each year, we honor exceptional broker performance with this award, named after the visionary who founded InterWest in 1992. Your dedication, and hard work have set a new benchmark for excellence. We are incredibly proud of your achievements and grateful for your contributions to our success.

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