Down Round Rippling vs Deel
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Mar 20, 2025 Dive into the quirky world of HR SaaS as Rippling and Deel engage in bizarre corporate warfare. Allegations of espionage, a mole in the ranks, and a failed toilet phone flush make for riveting drama. The rivalry highlights hilariously absurd stories alongside serious business insights. In a surprising twist, the conversation also meanders into the 'acai wars' of Australia, revealing a flavorful competition among vendors. This mix of tech intrigue and lighthearted commentary keeps the discussion lively and engaging!
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Rippling vs. Deel Espionage
- Rippling accused Deel of corporate espionage, alleging a spy infiltrated their Slack channels.
- The spy, an alleged Deel employee, reportedly searched for information about Rippling's sales pipeline and customer interactions.
The Honeypot
- Rippling created a honeypot Slack channel called "D-Defectors" to catch the alleged spy.
- The spy accessed the channel after a letter was sent to Deel's leadership, revealing their involvement.
Bathroom Standoff
- When confronted, the alleged spy locked himself in a bathroom, seemingly to delete evidence.
- He then fled the scene, defying a court order, after attempting to flush his phone.