Owen Rust - Economics Online (Page 7)

Many consumers encounter dark patterns in website development that influence them to spend more than they planned.

Dark Patterns and Consumer Choice Architecture

Published on September 05, 2025

Many consumers today purchase bundles of streaming services rather than individual services.

The Economics of Subscription Bundling Wars

Published on September 03, 2025

Could sophisticated AI software quickly determine the maximum you would pay for any item, and charge you accordingly?

Surge Pricing in the Age of AI: Fairness or Exploitation?

Published on August 29, 2025

A sign signaling the pick-up location for ride share drivers, who are a major component of the gig economy.

The Gig Worker’s Dilemma: Flexibility vs. Stability

Published on August 26, 2025

Online gamers can spend significant sums of money through in-game purchases, raising questions about behavioral nudges and gaming.

The Free-to-Play Game Economy: Selling Pixels for Billions

Published on August 26, 2025

Thousands of content creators post daily on YouTube, TikTok, and other social media sites in hopes of "going viral."

The Economics of “Going Viral”: Attention as a Scarce Resource

Published on August 26, 2025

Cloud data storage has rapidly become a huge industry, with some unexpected third party costs.

Digital Hoarding: The Economics of Data Storage

Published on August 19, 2025

The increased incidence of extreme weather due to climate change is stressing insurance markets.

Climate Insurance and the Pricing of Risk in an Uncertain World

Published on August 14, 2025

More and more people are turning to AI chatbots for companionship and relationships, raising economic and ethical debates.

The Economics of Loneliness: Markets for Companionship

Published on August 14, 2025

Some remote workers are accused of time theft for only working a portion of their expected working hours.

The Economics of Time Theft: Productivity, Surveillance, and Remote Work

Published on August 09, 2025