The gig economy might seem relatively new, but it is actually centuries old. And in many parts of the world it is grueling. An “informal” worker in Mumbai, for example, might get up before 5:00 a.m.

The IRS's new 1099-K reporting rule is more than a tax change; it's a fundamental shift for the gig economy. Explore the ...

New York City's own past policies are to blame for much of the gig economy drama, which Mayor Mamdani will further exacerbate ...

But nothing is easy, and this army of gig workers, set to expand from 7.7m in 2020-2021 to 23.5m by 2029-30, according to NITI Aayog, a government think-tank, has fuelled a rancorous national debate ...

At 2 a.m. on a Tuesday, Maria delivers her 14th food order of the night, calculating whether she’s earned enough to cover her daughter’s medication. Like millions of gig workers worldwide, she exists ...

The gig economy is one of the defining innovations of the 21st century. It has revolutionized how people earn a living, offering flexibility, independence, and opportunity on a global scale. From U.S.

TheZebra advises gig workers to review their insurance status, as many policies may not cover gig-related activities.

This beaten-down stock may never be this fundamentally attractive again.

Gen Z's shift toward the gig economy can present a double-edged. More than half (52%) of all Gen Z professionals surveyed freelanced in 2023, according to research from jobs-platform Upwork.

Pakistan's freelancers contributed over $557 million in foreign exchange this fiscal year, marking a 58% increase. This ...

The current discussion of the gig economy focuses on its negative impact, highlighting the drawbacks of independent contractor agreements and the greater uncertainty in online work. However, the gig ...

Urban Outfitters and Dreams are facing criticism for hiring staff through gig economy apps — raising concerns over pay and ...