After 42 years of the internet's existence, users have soared to 5.6 billion in 2025.

Freelancing is no longer a fringe labor model; it’s now reshaping national income profiles. According to recent Payoneer data, the Philippines and India are leading the globe in freelance income growth, with year-over-year surges of 208% and 160% respectively.

Indonesia is set to lead the Southeast Asian region with a projected economy of $1.5 trillion, positioning itself as a major economic powerhouse, according to IMF.