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Jon Stewart makes “Daily Show” comeback
Jon Stewart, the comedian who redefined political satire during his 16-year reign on "The Daily Show," is stepping back into the spotlight, the AP has reported. But this time, the landscape he returns to is vastly different. Starting…
Freelancers to gain from US chip R&D boom
US chip boom calls for specialist talent across multiple skill setsThe Biden administration has announced a significant $5 billion investment in a newly formed public-private consortium dedicated to research and development (R&D) of…
Which Gemini features are best for freelancers?
We look at how Gemini's suite of features can supercharge the productivity and client services of independent professionals
Google parent company Alphabet has launched a premium subscription model for its rebranded Bard AI bot now…
2024 UK freelancer rates revealed
The much-anticipated YunoJuno annual Freelancer Rates Report for 2024 reveals a resilient freelance market navigating a challenging economic landscape. The report, based on over 98,000 freelance contracts, offers valuable insights into day…
Freelance Worker Protection Act: US lawmakers propose freelancer payment protection and comp
California leads the way with Freelance Worker Protection Act. Will other US states follow suit?
California's Senate Bill 988, also known as the Freelance Worker Protection Act, proposes groundbreaking measures to safeguard a…
5 Lesser-Known ISA Tax Breaks for UK Freelancers and High Earners
While many know about the basic tax benefits of Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs), several lesser-known ISA tax breaks can be especially valuable for UK freelancers and high earners, according to a report by Hargreaves Lansdown. This…
Fiverr’s new products: how do they compare to the competition?
Fiverr's latest products launched through its "Winter Release" campaign have some welcome additions for freelancers and hiring companies alike. But how do they stack up against the competition? Let's dive into the details and compare…
Skills that need nurturing to stave off World War III
OPINION/WORLD AFFAIRS
Shadows of conflict are widening across the globe. Headlines scrolling across our news feeds warn of the return to military conscription and war with Russia. While a return to inscription has been rebuffed as…
99% mortgages: a dynamite or disaster scheme?
Speaking to the Newspage news agency, The Freelance Informer asked lenders, mortgage experts and financial advisers their take on the Conservative Government's talk of encouraging lenders to offer 99% mortgages. Here's what we wanted to…
EBay trims contractor workforce among major job cuts
eBay cuts 1,000 jobs and reduces work for outside contractors
Move follows previous layoffs and reflects economic challenges.
Impact on contractors and long-term company strategy unclear.
In a double blow to its workforce,…