Digital entrepreneurs aren’t just a supply to tap into—they’re the heartbeat of the internet economy. When platforms treat them like interchangeable parts, they risk more than just churn. They risk their own growth. We know digital entrepreneurs better than anyone, and we put them first—because their success is our success. #BorderlessPayments #DigitalEconomy #FinancialFreedom
CEO @ Airtm | Marketplaces' one-stop shop to grow, pay, and retain global supply
Have you ever thought about who's training AI models to recognize cats? Or who's designing those logos for new microbreweries? Or who's managing those Airbnb properties you browse? They're digital entrepreneurs — the hidden engine of the global internet economy. The math teacher in the Philippines who became a data annotator during COVID. The therapist from Argentina who transformed into a digital marketer. The architect in Venezuela who found freedom in freelancing. The problem is: marketplaces treat them like an infinite, interchangeable supply. "If one leaves, we'll find another." "If they don't like the payment terms, someone else will." "If they can't cash out quickly, that's their problem." This mindset is costing platforms more than they realize: → High supply-side churn → Inconsistent quality → Rising acquisition costs → Limited market penetration. Supply-constrained platforms like Airbnb and YouTube understand this. They know their success depends on giving suppliers a great experience. However, platforms that believe they have unlimited supply are missing the bigger picture. When you make your digital entrepreneurs wait 7 days to access their earnings or lose 10% to cash out, you're not just hurting them — you're undermining your own growth. Because in the digital economy, your supply chain isn't just a list of workers. It's a community of professionals investing in their futures. And how you pay them matters. Think about it.
