Many Italians find jobs through people they know, such as friends or family, research has found. With an unemployment rate above the EU average, help is needed. This is where recruiters could potentially step in, and help streamline the job-finding process to become more social and familiar.

Companies may strive to be at the forefront of office space innovation by introducing ping-pong tables or nap pods, but employees appreciate something a lot more functional. How can AI, VR, and wearables be harnessed in the service of a happier, more productive workforce?

AI-powered startup myInterview offers automated video interviews for jobseekers. The tech speeds up the recruitment process by removing the need for screening of CVs and cover letters and claims to measure candidate suitability more accurately, without bias.

A regular nine-to-five from Monday to Friday isn’t for everyone. In fact, 87% of British employees either work or want to work flexibly, freeing up time for their families or passion projects. Ginibee aims to help these individuals – and their employers – by splitting their job with another person.