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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.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I help you prepare & make sense of the world of emerging technologies The gig economy, once primarily associated with ...

The gig economy is growing rapidly, accounting for 12% of the labor market. More workers are relying on freelance and contract jobs than ever before. Consequently, this shift to gig-based work brings ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Julia Korn writes about leadership and career development. The report, released last month, found that more women than ...

The gig economy is all about short-term work arrangements. What distinguishes the gig economy from traditional economies is its demand-driven nature and transient job positions. In the gig economy, ...

The gig economy is fueling innovation, but it’s also causing chaos. Here’s how smart companies are fighting back. While the gig economy offers flexibility, it also brings instability, from ghosting ...

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.

A delivery agent for an online platform checks details of an order on his mobile, Mumbai, India, April 18, 2020. Even as India’s online delivery app businesses are booming, the bleak situation of the ...

An updated edition of the June 30, 2025 article. The gig economy has experienced a remarkable rise in popularity since the pandemic, reshaping the nature of work by granting individuals the freedom to ...