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.

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.

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.

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 ...

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.

Explore how unpaid waiting time and algorithmic management impact gig workers in India's evolving economy and their fight for fairness.

Investopedia contributors come from a range of backgrounds, and over 25 years there have been thousands of expert writers and editors who have contributed. Katrina Ávila Munichiello is an experienced ...

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

While gig jobs are projected to contribute Rs2.35 lakh crore to GDP by 2030, the Survey highlights income insecurity, credit exclusion and the need for stronger regulation of digital platforms ...