This document discusses the rise of digital platforms and the collaborative economy. It notes that some of the largest companies in various industries, like transportation and accommodation, own few or no assets themselves. It then provides a framework for understanding the collaborative economy, including peer-to-peer learning, production, finance, governance, and consumption enabled by digital platforms. The document concludes by offering seven policy recommendations for regulators to support the collaborative economy, such as applying regulations proportionately, setting health and safety standards, and helping the digitally excluded access opportunities on platforms.