NextWork, a platform focused on helping individuals build practical AI skills through real-world projects, has raised $4.45 million in a Seed round led by Shakti VC, with participation from Cake Ventures and returning investors including GD1 VC, Blackbird Ventures, Icehouse Ventures, and Phase One Ventures. The company also announced plans to establish Austin, Texas as its U.S. headquarters.

ADP announced the launch of a dedicated AI agents destination within ADP Marketplace, the world’s largest digital HR storefront. The initiative introduces curated partner AI agents that integrate directly with ADP systems to orchestrate workflows across HR, payroll, talent, and workforce operations. Unlike traditional AI-enabled tools, these agents can plan, take action, and complete multistep t