Prof George Batsakis

The gig economy’s promise of flexibility hides growing worker backlash. Studies on Uber and Deliveroo reveal how algorithmic pay systems, opaque pricing, and “instant” rewards increase pressure, reduce transparency, and deepen dependence. Workers respond through resistance and digital manipulation, exposing tensions between autonomy and control. The rise of algorithmic management demands oversight to protect fairness, agency, and social equity.

Immigration drives innovation and growth, especially from skilled workers who patent more, boost productivity, and spread knowledge globally. Restrictive policies hinder competitiveness, while openness fosters talent mobility, integration, and brain circulation. Both high- and low-skilled migrants strengthen economies by filling key roles and enabling creativity. Closing borders risks stalling progress, while embracing immigration fuels prosperity and long-term dynamism.

ChatGPT Plus AI is evolving from tool to partner, enhancing creativity, decisions, and innovation. Research shows gains but uneven benefits, favoring skilled workers. Firms like GM, SAS, and Pinterest prove AI reduces experimentation costs. Success depends on governance, transparency, and treating AI as co-pilot, enabling safe human–AI collaboration across industries.