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Platform Cooperatives with Trebor Scholz

Talking about Platforms

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Navigating the Platform Cooperative Landscape

This chapter examines the evolution of platform cooperatives as a response to the challenges faced by workers in the digital economy, particularly in the context of low wages and job insecurity. It highlights the importance of community, democratic governance, and infrastructural support for these cooperatives, using examples like the Drivers Cooperative in New York City. The discussion emphasizes the delicate balance required for scaling cooperatives while remaining committed to their foundational values amidst the pressures of corporate influences.

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