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The gig economy was supposed to be the great equalizer. It promised freedom for workers and flexibility for companies. And for a time, it delivered. A surge in freelance platforms allowed startups and enterprises to tap into a global talent pool, scaling fast, saving money and moving with unprecedented agility.
But beneath that glossy surface lies a growing problem: When it comes to mission-critical work, especially in tech, the gig economy is starting to break. Projects are stalling, developers are ghosting, and teams are struggling to maintain momentum. For many founders and CTOs, the very model they once leaned on has