Zoho Corporation has launched the US edition of Zoho Payroll, providing an all-in-one solution for simplifying payroll management, automating tax compliance, and connecting HR and financial operations. This release enhances Zoho's robust finance and operations suite, including Zoho Books, Zoho Inven

StretchDollar, a startup revolutionizing small business health benefits, has secured $6M in seed funding led by Fika Ventures and Oscar Health. The platform simplifies complex healthcare management through an innovative Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) model, enabling sma

The Best Answer, Inc. (TBA), a leader in AI-powered culture success solutions, has acquired Lluna, Inc., a Philadelphia-based platform dedicated to building equitable workplace cultures. The acquisition aligns with TBA's mission to support small and midsize businesses (SMBs) in optimizing employee e

Paychex has introduced a new AI-assisted recruiting tool, Recruiting Copilot, in partnership with Findem, to help small and medium-sized businesses streamline the hiring process. Using 3D data and natural-language search, the tool can quickly identify the best-matched candidates from a vast pool of

Payoneer, a global leader in cross-border payment solutions, has announced its acquisition of Singapore-based HR and payroll startup Skuad for $61 million. This strategic move is aimed at strengthening Payoneer's position in the global fintech market, particularly in the rapidly expanding small and

Factorial, a Spanish HR platform, has secured an €80 million investment from U.S. VC firm General Catalyst. This investment, described not as a funding round but as a "go-to-market investment," is uniquely structured as contained debt aimed solely at customer acquisition, with repayments made from

ZayZoon, a leader in Earned Wage Access (EWA) for SMBs, announced a $15 million raise in its Series B extension, reaching a total of $49.5 million, led by Viola Fintech and Intuit Ventures, alongside Framework Venture Partners and EDC. This investment underscores ZayZoon's remarkable growth and its

A recent NAPEO report revealed that 81% of SMBs without a PEO solution express newfound interest. The data underscores the significant impact PEOs have on small- to medium-sized businesses today. Fingercheck's venture into PEO services further simplifies the path for small companies seeking acce

Coverdash, a leading embedded insurtech for startups and SMBs, announced a $13.5M Series A funding, raising total capital to $16M. The funding, led by Nyca Partners, will enhance its embedded partner network and insurance offerings. Coverdash provides a seamless insurance buying experience, offering

TriNet Group, Inc., a leading provider of comprehensive human capital management solutions for SMBs, reported a 2% increase in total revenues to $1.2 billion for Q4 2023 and a 1% rise to $4.9 billion for the fiscal year. Earnings per share surged by 68% in Q4 and 17% annually, with adjusted earnings