9. July 2024 | Digital and ecological transformation
All articles about: Platform work
Drivers working for app-based delivery services have become an integral part of the urban landscape in Germany. At the same time, working conditions in the so-called platform economy are keenly ...read more
16. July 2021 | Labour Market, Employment and Social Policy
Should the German social protection system be adapted following the Covid-19 crisis?
The article discusses how the German social protection system should be adapted following the Covid-19 crisis. ...read more
28. May 2021 | Forms of Employment
Social protection of atypical workers during the Covid-19 crisis
The article analyses the social protection of the atypically employed and the (solo) self-employed during the Covid-19 crisis. ...read more
13. June 2019 | Forms of Employment
Digital Social Security: How does it work? An interview with Professor Enzo Weber
Professor Enzo Weber presents his concept of Digital Social Security in this video interview and explains the first steps to put the concept into ...read more
20. December 2018 | Forms of Employment
The rise of online labour markets: freelancing and gig working via internet platforms
The article focuses on online gig economy which is transnational and spans a full spectrum of skills, from data entry to software development. The gig economy offers an interesting view to the future ...read more
13. September 2018 | Forms of Employment
Setting out for Digital Social Security
Platform work is increasing worldwide, leaving a serious lack of social protection. In spite of the international and flexible character of platform work, extending social security is feasible – if ...read more