The Sharing Economy (book by Arun Sundararajan)

"The Sharing Economy" by Arun Sundararajan explores the rise of platforms that facilitate sharing resources, services, and goods directly between individuals. It examines how technology, particularly the internet and mobile apps, enables people to capitalize on underutilized assets, such as spare rooms or cars. Sundararajan discusses the implications for traditional business models, labor markets, and regulation, highlighting both the opportunities for economic participation and the challenges of regulation and worker rights. The book emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to embrace innovation while ensuring fair practices and protections in this rapidly evolving economic landscape.