NEW YORK -- Asian startups are giving the gig economy a second wind, even as the troubled sector falters in the U.S. and Europe due to regulatory challenges and investor skepticism.
Grab, Gojek and Swiggy top fundraising deals in sector over past year

Singapore's ride-hailing company Grab attracted the largest fundraising deal in the sector this year. (Photo courtesy of Grab)
NEW YORK -- Asian startups are giving the gig economy a second wind, even as the troubled sector falters in the U.S. and Europe due to regulatory challenges and investor skepticism.