Posts tagged: uberisation

How Uber is changing transportation in Southeast Asia – and with what lessons for Europe

Vili Lehdonvirta 7 September 2017 0

This is a guest article written by OII doctoral candidate Godofredo Ramizo Jr., who is researching the socio-political impact of ride apps in Southeast Asian megacities. Uber and other ride hailing companies have battled regulators in Europe and the US, and faced suspensions in the midst of violent protests from threatened taxi operators and their… Read More: How Uber is changing transportation in Southeast Asia – and… »

Could universal basic income counter the gig economy’s problems?

Policy

Vili Lehdonvirta 13 April 2017 0

shutterstock.com Platforms like eBay, Uber, Airbnb, and Freelancer are thriving, growing the digital economy and disrupting existing business. The question is how to ensure that the transformations they entail have a positive impact on society. Here, universal basic income may have a role to play. Few social policy ideas are as hot today as universal… Read More: Could universal basic income counter the gig economy’s problems? »

Uber: risk without autonomy or control

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adminotaur 1 November 2016 0

Dr Alex J. Wood discussed the implications of the recent UK Uber Employment Tribunal ruling on BBC News. The court decided that Uber must classify its drivers as workers. The ruling means that, pending appeal, Uber drivers are entitled to the national minimum and living wage of £7.20 an hour, rest breaks and sick pay.… Read More: Uber: risk without autonomy or control »