Gig economy
Why South-east Asia must write its own rules on platform work
Global standards on gig economy could ignore structural differences between the Global North and South, stifling flexibility
From hiking to hotpot, lonely consumers in China fuel a 50 billion yuan companionship economy
Providers advertise on social media with promises of ‘emotional value’, conversation and practical help
The modern worker in trouble
From blurring work-life boundaries to the growing gap in housing affordability, the picture is looking grim
China formalises labour rules for gig workers on online platforms
The guidance also seeks to strengthen oversight of algorithms used by Internet platforms by enhancing transparency
Grab launches initiative to provide more support for its women partners in Singapore
Its co-authored study also reveals a total addressable market of 40.7 million women willing to work as driver-partners in South-east Asia
Can you make a living from paid surveys in your spare time?
[SINGAPORE] There was a time I juggled two part-time jobs, an internship and full-time studies.
Deliveroo exits Singapore as parent DoorDash shifts focus
DoorDash says decision not an indication of business performance
AI’s white-collar gig economy is booming. Can it last?
New roles such as professional trainers for AI software models have emerged, but they could be short-lived
In S-E Asia, can quick commerce become a key growth driver for food delivery platforms?
This approach improves rider utilisation rates and could catalyse subscription services
No pause for food delivery riders during Pakistan’s monsoon
[LAHORE] Abdullah Abbas waded through Lahore’s flooded streets, struggling to push his motorcycle and deliver a food order on time.
