AI Reshaping Workforces: Uber confirmed a second round of layoffs in two months, cutting about 10% of customer service roles as it pushes AI-driven operations. Workforce Tech Leadership: Visier named Pramukh Jeyathilak as Chief People Officer to accelerate its AI-led workforce strategy and data-driven HR decisions. Performance Management Upgrades: Liberia’s Revenue Authority expanded its Automated Performance Management System refresher training and Employee Spotlight Bulletin to seven more counties, aiming for more transparent, results-based reviews. Job Security Gains: Liberia’s National Port Authority moved contract workers to permanent status, promising no salary changes while improving benefits and stability. Worker Protection Rules: The UAE now requires employers to secure worker insurance before work permits, covering unpaid wages and end-of-service benefits if employers fail. HR Risk & Compliance: A Supreme Court in India pressed the Centre to address “series of errors” around NEET-UG, including human resources and security reforms tied to exam administration. Talent Pipeline in Practice: Singapore Polytechnic launched a Human Capital Collaboratory to help firms redesign work for an AI-first economy, not just reskill. Hiring & Training Signals: Neo Performance Materials’ HR chief highlighted the challenge of building talent strategy in a rare-earth supply chain talent crunch. Workplace Culture & Language: Ireland’s Workplace Relations Commission heard claims of microaggressions and retaliation tied to Irish-language treatment at the Food Safety Authority of Ireland.