Community or Corporate Control? Insights on Luke Yates’ “Platform Politics”

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PhD researchers Mingwei Zhang, Wangshu Liu, and Guyeon Kang delve into Luke Yates’ thought-provoking new book, Platform Politics: Corporate Power, Grassroots Movements and the Sharing Economy [doi.org], in the latest SCI blog. How do platform giants like Airbnb, Uber, and Deliveroo shape governance, public opinion, and social movements? Yates’ book unpacks these pressing questions, exploring how digital platforms blur the boundaries between corporate lobbying and grassroots activism. The researchers highlight how Platform Politics offers actionable insights for policymakers striving to create more sustainable cities. Their blog reflects on platform power, digital governance, and regulatory challenges, presenting fresh perspectives for policymakers, communities, and the future of platform economies