Gig Economy

Gig Economy
Robinhood Opens Retirement Offering to Gig Workers
February 28, 2024

Investment platform Robinhood is expanding its retirement offering to include gig workers. “Robinhood Retirement For Independent Workers” kicked off Wednesday (Feb. 28) in partnership with three high-profile gig economy companies: Grubhub, Gopuff and Taskrabbit. “Robinhood Retirement For Independent Workers brings us closer to our goal of giving everyone the financial tools...

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InDrive Says Transparent Ride-Hailing Pay Structure Will Ensure Fair Compensation for Drivers
February 15, 2024

The emergence of ridesharing platforms such as Uber and Lyft has not only transformed commuting habits but also reshaped the gig economy landscape, granting drivers unprecedented levels of flexibility and autonomy. However, complex gig economy pay models, unlike the straightforward fixed salaries and benefits of traditional employment, have triggered...

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Uber Driver Speeds Ahead in PYMNTS Provider Ranking of Gig Platform Apps
February 13, 2024

After spending so much money on gifts these last few months, it’s time to bring in some extra cash, but where do you look? The PYMNTS Provider Ranking of Gig Platform Apps can help users find popular gig platforms.  This month our movement is reflected in the...

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Rideshare, Delivery Drivers to Strike on Valentine’s Day
February 12, 2024

An organization representing rideshare drivers and delivery workers is organizing a strike on Valentine’s Day (Wednesday, Feb. 14). Justice for App Workers is calling on drivers to not take rides to or from airports in 10 markets, according to a page on its website dedicated to...

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Hampr Says Helping Businesses Do the Laundry Pays
January 26, 2024

As on-demand platforms using gig labor look for reliable revenue, laundry app Hampr is getting into the B2B sector. The company’s Jan. 10 launch of its commercial vertical, catering to business customers, can go a long way toward enabling the service to successfully launch in...

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Juuli Launches Affiliate Program to Promote Freelancer Invoicing, Payments Solutions
January 22, 2024

Juuli, a FinTech platform specializing in freelancer invoicing and payments, has launched an affiliate program aimed at promoting financial freedom for partners. The new Juuli Squad referral program serves as a mechanism allowing Juuli partners to connect seamlessly with a vast network of potential users, supporting partner...

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Uber Driver Cruising on Top in PYMNTS Provider Ranking of Gig Platform Apps
January 17, 2024

The gig economy is ever-changing, but the PYMNTS Provider Ranking of Gig Platform Apps can help users stay up to date. This month we’ve seen a lot of the apps shifting up the rankings and making way for newcomers such as Amazon Flex. This is how...

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Wage Hikes and Regulations May Spur Gig Platform Consolidation
January 15, 2024

Wage hikes and new regulations impacting the ways in which gig workers are classified may shake up online platforms, pinching profits and spurring consolidation. In the meantime, a few firms are raising prices, which might have a dampening effect on consumer demand. Instacart and DoorDash...

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New Contractor Rules: Promise or Peril for Gig Economy Platforms? 
January 09, 2024

The Labor Department is due to release new rules governing the classification of gig economy workers. The platforms that rely on these workers say not much will change. The legal and regulatory outcomes remain uncertain, as the platforms are growing and the demand for side...