Gig economy
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.
Platform operators, government to crack down on illegal work as recommended by trilateral group
Other recommendations aim for fairer and safer working conditions
Dynamic wages make work a gamble
Ride-hailing and food delivery companies’ new pay models use algorithms to decide bespoke fees
China’s gig economy booms as blistering heat leaves workers exposed
Heat wave allowances are only given by companies that are willing to comply with the law
Grab to pause changes to driver incentive scheme following backlash
The company says the revisions could have been ‘better implemented’
C-suite on demand: Is Singapore ready to embrace fractional work?
The gig economy has reached the top levels of organisations, with executives – known as ‘fractional leaders’ – offering their expertise without full-time costs. Is this the future of jobs?
MilikiRumah eyes US$50 million fund to expand rent-to-own Indon programme
The proptech startup aims to bridge the financing gap for consumers often excluded from traditional mortgage systems
