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Regulations 1 week ago

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Govt urged to tackle 'disguised employment' in gig economy

Workers' associations have urged action to address the issue of “disguised employment” faced by some gig workers in Indonesia, while a government official says a dedicated bill to regulate the growing gig economy is underway.

Academia 5 months ago

Rights on demand: Asia’s gig economy gets a legal upgrade

The initiatives in Singapore and Malaysia to protect gig workers can act as a model for emerging economies to regulate platform labor.

Tech 5 months ago

Ojol drivers say 20% fee cut OK if it pays them back: Survey

Ojol drivers have been demanding that the government cap commission fees at 10 percent, including during their latest protest on Wednesday under the banner “179.”

Academia 10 months ago

Harnessing the digital revolution to build safer, healthier workplaces

Digital technologies, from artificial intelligence and robotics to wearable sensors and virtual reality, are revolutionizing workplaces. They hold huge potential to reduce occupational safety and health (OSH) risks and improve working conditions.

Academia 1 year ago

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From ‘ojol’ strikes to systemic dead end: The deeper crisis of Indonesia’s gig economy

Rather than serving as a steppingstone, gig work locks workers into low-paying, precarious jobs with no clear path for advancement.

Regulations 1 year ago

Singapore passes bill recognizing ride-hail, delivery gig workers as distinct labor class

Cabbies, private-hire drivers and freelance delivery workers who rely on online matching platforms for income will get better labor protection in Singapore from Jan 1, 2025.

Economy 1 year ago

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Gig economy threatens RI's human capital growth

Indonesia’s vision of achieving fast GDP growth to become a high-income economy by 2045 requires massive investment in human capital, but the rise of the gig economy could get in the way.

Academia 1 year ago

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The cries of labor should be heeded amid the digital economy thrills

Governments, companies, and civil societies, must work together to build a fair and sustainable digital economy where everyone, including workers, enjoys the rights and well-being they deserve.

Academia 2 years ago

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Understanding the misguided praise for platform matchmaking

The allure of quasi-employment belies the absence of insurance, pensions and significant fringe benefits.

Society 3 years ago

Gig drivers fear hardship after fuel price hike

A 30 percent hike in fuel prices spurred hundreds of drivers of the most popular ride-hailing apps to hold protests across Indonesia as they struggle to make ends meet.

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