Welcome to today’s edition of the HR Tech Daily Roundup, where we bring you the most important news, trends, and innovations in the world of human resources technology. As HR tech continues to evolve, staying informed is essential for professionals striving to optimize their workforce strategies and drive meaningful change. In this roundup, we highlight key updates, cutting-edge solutions, and expert insights that are shaping the future of HR. Let’s take a look at today’s top news!
Symmetry, WorkBright Unveil Fast I-9 Verification Tool
Symmetry, the leading payroll tax compliance infrastructure, announces the launch of Symmetry I-9 in partnership with WorkBright, the industry leader of employment verification technology. This collaboration delivers a new product capability for onboarding and payroll providers to enhance employee onboarding, bolster compliance, and eliminate manual errors. Accurate and compliant employment verification is crucial in today’s challenging work environment. The often time-consuming and error-prone Form I-9 process can create compliance issues and administrative burdens for employers. Symmetry addresses these challenges by simplifying employment verification, enabling payroll providers to manage complexities easily and accurately, leading to automated onboarding for new hires.
Kevin Caskey Joins United Real Estate Dallas Team
United Real Estate Dallas has announced that Kevin Caskey has joined the company as Talent Attraction Specialist, bringing his extensive leadership and recruiting expertise to the team. Caskey transitions to United from Halo Group Realty, where he most recently served as Executive Vice President. With over 25 years of experience in the real estate industry, Caskey is a well-respected and accomplished leader known for his people-first approach. During his career, he has been a top-producing agent, team leader, recruiter and has served in executive leadership positions at prominent brokerages in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
Opptly Earns Certification for Responsible AI Matching
Opptly, a leader in AI innovation and a pioneer in Direct Sourcing, proudly announces that it has earned the prestigious Pacific AI Governance Certification for its proprietary AI model. This achievement highlights Opptly’s commitment to responsible and ethical AI. By leveraging extensive workforce data, Opptly has developed purpose-built AI software designed to intelligently eliminate friction between talent and opportunity—ensuring accurate, robust, and unbiased outcomes. With the Pacific AI Governance Certification, Opptly confirms the implementation of a comprehensive AI governance framework, including continuous testing and validation to ensure compliance with all current legal and regulatory standards.
Most Fortune 500 Lag in AI Hiring; Gen Z Wants TikTok UX
Phenom, an applied AI company specializing in human resources, recently published its ninth annual State of Candidate Experience: 2025 Benchmarks Report. Based on an analysis and ranking of the Fortune 500’s candidate experiences across 14 industries, the report revealed that while organizations are increasingly investing in optimizing their career sites with AI and automation, many continue to fail to meet job seeker expectations with hyper-personalized experiences that effectively attract, engage and convert talent throughout the talent journey.
Detroit Boosts Productivity with UKG Digital Tools
UKG, a leading provider of HR, payroll, and workforce management culture solutions, announced that the City of Detroit, which is in the midst of a significant economic and urban revitalization, is driving data-driven decision making and building a workplace culture of productivity and accountability with UKG to support its resilient, thriving community. Since filing for bankruptcy in 2013, Detroit has rebounded with remarkable resurgence, marked by booming construction, reinvigorated neighborhoods, and a growing business sector. With major investments in infrastructure and real estate, the Motor City is reclaiming its status as a hub of innovation, culture, and opportunity. At the heart of this transformation is Detroit’s 9,000-person frontline workforce managed by AI-driven UKG technology, with a strategy that prioritizes people and positions the city for future growth.
