Tag #Gig Economy

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Glovo Directly Employs 14,000 Riders Amidst Ongoing Legal Battles

After years of legal battles and fines for misclassifying workers, Glovo, a Spanish food delivery company, has directly employed 14,000 riders, while also using subcontractors, sparking criticism from unions who allege illegal practices and outdated pay structures.

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elpais.com
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Glovo Ordered to Reclassify 3,572 Riders as Employees in Spain

A Barcelona court ruled that Glovo must reclassify 3,572 riders as employees for the period 2016-2018, ordering the company to pay back social security contributions; the decision follows a lawsuit by Spain's Social Security and is based on evidence of Glovo's control over riders' work.

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theguardian.com
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UK Parliament Demands Action on Illegal E-bikes Posing Safety Risks

A UK parliamentary report reveals a sharp rise in illegal, high-powered e-bikes, causing road safety hazards and fires, particularly among gig economy delivery riders; it urges immediate government action.

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forbes.com
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Side Hustles: The 2025 Surge in Entrepreneurship

A 2025 survey reveals 54% plan to start a business, yet 48% cite funding as a major obstacle; side hustles are increasingly viewed as alternative career paths offering passion-driven opportunities and financial security.

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Side Hustles: No Longer a Luxury, but Career Insurance in 2025

Amidst rising layoffs in 2025 (1200+ companies, tens of thousands of jobs lost), business leaders strongly advise all professionals to pursue side hustles not merely for supplemental income, but as essential career insurance in an increasingly unstable job market.

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60% Bias Score

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elmundo.es
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2,062 Meta Content Moderators Laid Off in Barcelona

Meta subcontractor Telus laid off 2,062 content moderators in Barcelona, offering a severance package averaging €8,600; 90% of the employees, 76% of whom voted, accepted the terms, highlighting the fluidity of Spain's job market.

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dw.com
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Platform Economy: Global Impacts and Ethical Concerns

The platform economy, encompassing on-demand work like food delivery and nursing, offers flexibility but lacks labor protections; examples from Russia, Mexico, and the US highlight both its benefits and risks, while algorithmic control raises ethical concerns, with alternative models emerging in Ken...

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elpais.com
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Just Eat Sues Glovo for €295 Million Over Alleged Unfair Competition

Just Eat is suing Glovo in Barcelona for €295 million, claiming unfair competition because of Glovo's use of independent contractors, which Just Eat argues gives Glovo an illegal cost advantage and larger market share.

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elpais.com
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Glovo's Troubled Transition to Direct Employment in Spain

Facing legal action for using false freelancers, Glovo announced a new labor model in Spain on December 2, 2024, but unions allege it is using subcontracting firms and offering outdated contracts, leading to ongoing investigations and disputes.

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kathimerini.gr
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Greek Gig Workers Secure Minimum Wage in Landmark Agreement

Wolt and the Thessaloniki Self-Employed Couriers Union signed Greece's first collective bargaining agreement, guaranteeing a minimum hourly wage of €9.30 for union members in Thessaloniki from July 1, 2025, to December 31, 2027, setting a precedent for worker protections in the gig economy.

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Outcome-Based Work: The Future of Organizational Structure

Rishad Tobaccowala's "The Decline of Jobs. The Rise of Work" argues that the traditional job model is obsolete, advocating for an outcome-based approach leveraging AI and open talent ecosystems for increased organizational agility and resilience.

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mk.ru
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Rise of Polyworking in Russia: Benefits, Concerns, and Financial Implications

The rise of polyworking in Russia, where professionals hold multiple jobs for higher income and skill development, is fueled by remote work and the gig economy, despite initial employer concerns about commitment and potential risks.

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40% Bias Score

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