Origins of the Gig Economy The concept of the "Gig Economy" traces its origins back to the 1910s, when jazz musicians referred to their individual performances as "gigs," highlighting the per-job nature of their work. Over time, this term evolved beyond music to describe a growing global phenomenon: an economy built on short-term, flexible jobs. Unlike traditional employment, the gig economy allows workers to engage in multiple part-time roles, often across diverse industries, but typically without the stability of conventional benefits such as healthcare or retirement plans. This shift from structured employment to task-based freelancing reflects broader changes in how people approach...

The 2024 U.S. presidential election has unfolded amid intense political, legal, and social undercurrents, building on historical shifts since the 2020 election. From the Democratic and Republican parties reshaping their internal structures to the influence of the Supreme Court on pivotal issues and interference concerns resurfacing, the 2024 election cycle reflects the evolving landscape of American democracy. Here’s a comprehensive look at the critical events leading up to this high-stakes election and what they signify for the future of the nation. The Foundation: 2020 and 2022 Elections Shape the Path Forward The 2020 presidential election concluded with Joe Biden’s victory announ...

Do you all remember the popular scene from the Movie Wolf of the Wall Street where Matthew McConaughey as Mark Hanna and Leonardo DiCaprio as Jordan Belford talk about this? Mark Hanna: Number one rule of Wall Street. Nobody - and I don't care if you're Warren Buffet or if you're Jimmy Buffet - nobody knows if a stock is going to go up, down, sideways or in circles. You know what a fugazi is? Jordan Belfort: Fugayzi, it's a fake. Mark Hanna : Fugayzi, fugazi. It's a whazy. It's a woozie. It's fairy dust. It doesn't exist. It's never landed. It is no matter. It's not on the elemental chart. It's not real. Now, the Oxford dictionary describes money as a current medium of exchange in th...

Food, clothing, housing, education and public transportation are basic human needs as defined by the United Nations. But in 2016, in a non-binding resolution, the United Nations also declared Internet Access to be a basic human right. The resolution called on governments to “promote digital literacy and to facilitate access to information on the Internet,” as it can be “an important tool in facilitating the promotion of the right to education.” As India rapidly moves towards its target of bringing the internet to 87% of its households by 2025, a natural shift of all its propelling and supporting industries towards the cause is a given. Because this time, it doesn’t just seem to be an anno...