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Rosenblat, Alex; Stark, Luke Algorithmic labor and information asymmetries: A case study of Uber’s drivers 2016 Article Automation, Algorithms, Platforms Platform Work, Platform Economies, Gig Economies, Hyperflexible Work, Algorithmic Labor, Precarious Work, Technology
Citation Rosenblat, Alex; Stark, Luke 2016 Article Int. J. Commun. Syst. Platform Work Platform Economies Gig Economies Hyperflexible Work Algorithmic Labor Precarious Work Technology Automation Algorithms Platforms

"Algorithmic labor and information asymmetries: A case study of Uber’s drivers"

by Rosenblat, Alex; Stark, Luke (2016)

Abstract

Uber manages a large, disaggregated workforce through its ridehail platform, one that delivers a relatively standardized experience to passengers while simultaneously promoting its drivers as entrepreneurs whose work is characterized by freedom, flexibility, and …

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Platform Work, Platform Economies, Gig Economies, Hyperflexible Work, Algorithmic Labor, Precarious Work, Technology

Themes

Automation, Algorithms, Platforms

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