Alex Depledge’s Hassle.com helped shape the UK sharing economy. From a failed first idea to a major founder exit and Resi, this is the story of the serial entrepreneur who helped define the model.

Young Chinese consumers are building full lifestyles around renting instead of owning. It saves them money — and it quietly unravels one of Beijing's central economic bets.

Turo's peer-to-peer car-sharing model has disrupted the traditional car rental industry by enabling vehicle owners to rent their cars, providing a personalized, cost-effective alternative. Its expansion has heightened competition, forcing traditional rental companies to innovate, while Turo's revenue growth and rising vehicle listings reflect changing consumer preferences for flexibility and diversity in rentals.

Turo, established in 2010, is a peer-to-peer car sharing service that has been gaining traction by allowing users to rent cars from private owners. It boasts a quick, diverse, and user-friendly platform. Recent high-profile incidents in New Orleans and Las Vegas have drawn attention to its ongoing expansion and revenue growth.

Disruptive Urbanism. Guest Editors: Nicole Gurran, Paul J. Maginn, Paul Burton, Crystal Legacy, Carey Curtis, Anthony Kent and Geoffrey Binder. Volume 36, Issue 4 of Urban Policy and Research

Olio is a local sharing app where you can pass on items you no longer need to people who live nearby. Reduce waste and help our planet!

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