Gig economy gets a ‘Swiftonomics’ boost

Sky News Business Editor Ross Greenwood says it seems like one particular segment of the gig economy is getting hit by “Swiftonomics”. “AirTasker, the online platform (where) you know you can hire people who’ll do virtually anything for you – well, they’re reporting a Swift-related boost in activity,” Mr Greenwood said. “There’s been a huge spike in jobs posted on the site since the tickets have gone on sale. “People – it seems – pay complete strangers hundreds of dollars to go and buy Swift merchandise or to stay online and to buy the actual concert tickets. “Remind me, what is it they say about fools and their money?” Mr Greenwood’s remarks come as singer Taylor Swift is set to perform on Friday night in Sydney.