News Summary

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has concluded its investigation into Scale AI regarding compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This act governs worker classification and unpaid wages. Scale AI, valued at $13.8 billion, relies on contractors for essential AI tasks. The investigation also included HR partners Upwork and HireArt, which are no longer under scrutiny. The decision follows a shift in DOL’s stance on worker classification, with implications for the company’s operational practices. Scale AI expressed satisfaction with the outcome, emphasizing its contribution to economic growth through flexible employment opportunities.