Swedish workers, represented by the union IF Metall, are currently on strike against Tesla, which has lasted for two years. The strike centers around the union's right to negotiate pay and working conditions, a fundamental aspect of Swedish labor culture, but Tesla has continued to operate without reaching an agreement, hiring replacement workers in the process.

The article discusses the phenomenon of platform decay, or "enshittification," exemplified by the gig economy's impact on professions like nursing. It highlights how tech platforms manipulate labor pricing and working conditions, leading to instability and uncertainty for workers. The piece critiques the broader implications of these trends for the future of work and technology.