Pioneers of the Share Economy

Ryan O'Bleness · January 2017

If you're not familiar with the "Sharing Economy," take a look at Forbes' list of 14 pioneer companies that shaped it, such as Airbnb, Lyft and more to get a better sense of what kind of businesses operate in that space.

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Adam Jones · June 2017

Yes and In fact, Forbes recently released a list of who they consider the pioneers of the sharing economy, so we thought we’d take a look at what makes each of these platforms particularly special.

damponting44 · October 2017

Sharing economy is an umbrella term with a range of meanings, often used to describe economic and social activity involving online transactions.

gambit · October 2017

Criticism of the sharing economy often involves regulatory uncertainty. Businesses offering rental services are often regulated by federal, state or local authorities;
Unlicensed individuals offering rental services may not be following these regulations or paying the associated costs, giving them an "unfair" advantage that enables them to charge lower prices.

Lewis-H · May 2020

Companies that allow for individuals to lend money to other individuals at rates cheaper than those offered through traditional credit lending entities.

dresa · August 2020

great thread

Pioneers of the Share Economy

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