How the rise of Gig Economy has increased the Freelancers on Digital Platforms?

Lakshkaushik Dattatraya Puri @Lakshkaushik-Puri

01 January 1970 1 2K Report

COVID 19 pandemic has resulted in a widespread use of digital technology. In addition, it has given the boost to gig economy. Therefore, this discussion aims an interaction on how digital platforms are contributing towards freelancing.

Stephen I. Ternyik

Digital platforms have surely reinforced the gig economy and many forms of freelancing. However, this trend implies also the danger of precarious working conditions and pay, i.e. the race to the bottom continues.

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