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Write the introduction and then answer the Case Study #2

Case Study - Uber and the Ethics of Sharing: Exploring the Societal Promises and Responsibilities of the Sharing Economy

Questions

Q1. How should the "sharing economy" be defined? Is Uber an example of the sharing economy? (CLO1)

Q2. Why is it important to Uber to be considered a "technology platform" and not a "transportation company?" What would the implications be if Uber were a "transportation company?" (CLO2)

Q3. Do new technology-based companies fit under the existing regulatory framework governing businesses or are new rules required? If new rules are needed, what might they be? Who should be in charge of regulating Uber? (CLO3)

Q4. Demonstrate how are the implications of business model's like Uber's on the future of employment? Do "sharing economy" companies have a responsibility in protecting their workers (or contractors?) (CLO3)

Q5. What do you think about how Uber has acted with regulators thus far? Could Uber have improved its business position by taking a different stance? Should Uber change its stance towards regulators as its model becomes more universally accepted? (CLO3) When finished answer write the conclusion and recommendations.