Workplace Tech & Hiring: A Wall Street Journal report says more employers are using AI to scan job seekers’ online activity and other digital trails, raising fresh concerns about privacy and bias. Federal HR Policy: The DOJ says U.S. federal employees can download TikTok on government devices after ByteDance’s divestiture, citing a legal change that removes the original security risk. AI vs Jobs Reality: A Ramp/Revelio Labs study finds that while AI fears persist, some fast-growing firms are still hiring more entry-level workers as they adopt AI-heavy workflows. Recruitment & Inclusion: Queensland is pushing a migrant-worker drive to fill about 96,000 jobs by the 2032 Games; Cebu’s provincial board urges businesses to hire PWDs, seniors and marginalized groups. Public-Sector Pay Protection: India’s finance ministry warns departments not to delay NPS contributions and says employees must receive PPF-linked interest if credits are late. Layoffs & Restructuring: ArcBest confirms 60 Fort Smith jobs will go as it cuts about 2% of staff and closes freight centers; ZA/UM plans redundancies affecting up to 32 workers after “Zero Parades” underperformed. Local Jobs Growth: Aldi plans 40 new supermarkets and 450 hires; Texas Roadhouse in Rocky Mount says it will employ 200 when it opens mid-September. Apprenticeships: UK’s Sandwell Council ranks in the top 50 for apprenticeships, highlighting HR and skills pathways for local talent. Education-to-Work: AM/NS India and SVNIT launch a one-year employability program for engineering graduates and diploma holders.