MILLIONS WORKING IN SHADOW OF SHARING, BUT UNCARING, ECONOMY

A lack of job security and insurance coverage can spell disaster in the event of sickness or injury

The rapid development of China's sharing economy has seen a growing number of people opting to provide services on a casual basis for companies that operate via online apps, providing designated drivers, cleaners, couriers and food delivery to homes and offices.

About 70 million people were working in the sector last year, and the number is expected to hit 100 million in 2020, according to the State Information Center under the National Development and Reform Commission.