Deel launches Akai, automation tool replacing 600 employees

Akai: Akai is an AI-powered workflow automation platform created by Deel. It records screen and voice inputs during task completion to generate and execute automated workflows for repetitive processes. The tool is designed for operations in finance, HR, accounts payable, and compliance, with agents that learn and improve over time. Deel: Deel is a global HR and payroll platform that enables companies to hire and manage teams across borders with tools for compliance, payments, and operations. The company developed Akai internally to address repetitive back-office tasks before making the platform available externally. This launch positions Deel as a provider of AI-driven automation solutions for finance, HR, and compliance workflows. Alex Bouaziz: Alex Bouaziz is the co-founder and CEO of Deel. He has spoken publicly about Deel's internal development of automation tools to enhance operational efficiency without expanding headcount. Bouaziz continues to lead the company's efforts in global employment technology and AI applications. Product: Deel has released Akai, an AI agent platform for automating end-to-end operational workflows after extensive internal testing across its own teams. Automation: Akai enables organizations to automate complex, repetitive tasks in back-office functions by learning from demonstrated user actions and handling judgment calls where needed.