The Influence of Technological Innovation on Labor Markets: A Study of the Gig Economy

Authors

  • Pooja Thakral Assistant Professor in Economics Guru Gobind Singh College Gidderbaha

Keywords:

technological innovation, gig economy, labor markets, digital platforms, job security, income inequality, future of work.

Abstract

how new technologies affect job markets, with a focus on the "gig economy" Traditional job models have changed because of advances in technology, especially in digital platforms. This has led to the fast growth of gig work. The growth of gig platforms, made possible by advances in mobile technology, AI, and data analytics, has changed the job market by creating flexible, on-demand work possibilities. The study looks at how the gig economy changes employment patterns, income inequality, job stability, and worker rights across different industries using a mix of methods. According to the results, new technologies have made the job market more efficient and given millions of people new ways to make money, but they have also made gig workers' lives less stable and made it harder for them to get social benefits. the need for new policy frameworks to deal with how work is changing in the gig economy and make sure that all workers have fair results. more and more people are talking about the future of work, which shows how technology has two different effects on job markets.

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Published

30-03-2020

How to Cite

Pooja Thakral. (2020). The Influence of Technological Innovation on Labor Markets: A Study of the Gig Economy. International Journal for Research Publication and Seminar, 11(1), 156–161. Retrieved from https://jrps.shodhsagar.com/index.php/j/article/view/1651