Paycom Secures Payment Institution License from Central Bank of Ireland, Expanding European Payroll Capabilities

Paycom Europe Limited, a subsidiary of Paycom Software, has received a Payment Institution licence from the Central Bank of Ireland. This move allows Paycom to expand its single-database payroll software across Europe, including Ireland and other EEA member states. Being one of only 26 firms with this authorisation, Paycom aims to streamline payroll processes for […]

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How to Shut Down or Downsize Your China WFOE: A 2025 Four-Part Survival Guide

Foreign companies are leaving China like it’s going out of style, and for a good reason. With regulatory pressure, rising costs, and geopolitical risks, the landscape has shifted dramatically. This four-part guide walks you through the ins and outs of shutting down or downsizing your Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise (WFOE), ensuring you avoid costly missteps along […]

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This week in B2B news (2 May)

Catch up on the latest buzz in the B2B sector with fresh partnerships and appointments that are shaking things up! Here’s what’s been happening. Source: EGR Intel Key Points Bet365 renews partnership with Sitebee for affiliate compliance monitoring. Coolbet teams up with Oddin.gg to enhance esports betting capabilities. Leah Mayo appointed as vice-president of operations […]

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Sabah & Sarawak’s Labour Ordinance (Amendment) Acts 2025 now in force effective 1 May The amendments are said to mark a significant milestone for Malaysia with labour laws being standardised, in an aim to ensure equal rights and welfare for workers nation

The Sabah and Sarawak Labour Ordinance (Amendment) Acts 2025 officially took effect on 1 May 2025, marking a historic point for labour laws in Malaysia. These amendments aim to standardise labour regulations across the nation, ensuring equality and enhancing worker rights. The government’s move to harmonise these laws signifies significant progress in alignment with international […]

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Softworks Unveils Upcoming AI-Powered Absence Predictor to Optimise Workforce Management

Softworks, a leader in innovative workforce management software solutions, has announced the upcoming launch of its AI-powered Absence Predictor. This tool is aimed at helping organisations manage unforeseen employee absences before they impact operations. Source: https://ct.moreover.com/ Key Points The AI-powered Absence Predictor uses historical data to forecast potential employee no-shows. This proactive solution allows for […]

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Senior State Department official sought internal communications with journalists, European officials, and Trump critics

A recent exposé reveals that Darren Beattie, a senior US State Department official, initiated sweeping requests for records regarding high-profile figures, including journalists and critics of Donald Trump, in a bid to uncover alleged conservative censorship. This document dump is reminiscent of the much-discussed “Twitter files” scandal. Key Points Darren Beattie requested extensive communications records […]

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GrammaTech’s Proteus Achieves Key Milestone in DoD’s Tradewinds Platform

GrammaTech has just hit a major milestone by being awarded “Awardable” status in the Department of Defense’s (DoD) Tradewinds Solutions Marketplace. This means their Proteus platform, which automatically identifies and resolves vulnerabilities, is now officially recognised as a top tool for accelerating AI and machine learning adoption within the DoD. Key Points GrammaTech’s Proteus platform […]

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