Who’s on the other end? Rented accounts are stress-testing trust in gig platforms

Who’s on the other end? Rented accounts are stress-testing trust in gig platforms

Fraud has become a routine part of gig work for many earners, and the ways workers respond are creating new security problems for platforms. A recent TransUnion study of U.S. gig workers shows broad exposure to fraud, inconsistent reporting, and growing participation in prohibited practices such as account renting and selling. Fraud is a common part of gig work 34% of those surveyed said they had been defrauded by a consumer while working on a … More

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