Group 1: Overview of Digital Nomadism - The number of digital nomads in the U.S. has reached 18.1 million, accounting for 11% of the workforce, with a year-on-year growth of 4.7% and over 147% growth since 2019 [1] - The trend of digital nomadism is becoming mainstream, although the number of traditional workers engaging in this lifestyle has decreased by 5% in 2024 due to corporate return-to-office policies [1][2] - The majority of digital nomads are from the younger generations, with Gen Z and Millennials making up 64% of this group, and the proportion of Gen Z has increased from less than 1% in 2019 to 26% in 2024 [1] Group 2: Work Satisfaction and Income - Digital nomads report high job satisfaction, with 79% expressing high satisfaction and 79% satisfied with their income, attributed to their focus on travel experiences and working in tech-related fields [2][3] - Many digital nomads utilize "geographic arbitrage" by living in low-cost areas while earning salaries from high-wage countries, enhancing their financial stability [2] Group 3: Challenges Faced - Key challenges for digital nomads include economic pressures, separation from family and friends, personal safety, time zone issues, and travel fatigue, although the proportion of those reporting these challenges has decreased since 2020 [2][3] Group 4: Future Plans and Trends - A significant 95% of digital nomads are likely to continue this lifestyle, but only 15% have been digital nomads for over five years, with 15%-17% returning to traditional lifestyles annually [2] - In terms of travel plans, 40% of digital nomads intend to spend more time traveling domestically within the U.S. next year, and 51% plan to travel only within the U.S. [2] Group 5: Professional Background and Skills - Digital nomads predominantly work in fields such as information technology, creative services, and education, with 79% considering themselves early adopters of technology and 76% using AI to enhance their work competitiveness [3] - The educational level among digital nomads is high, with 52% holding a college degree or higher [3] Group 6: Corporate Policies and Economic Impact - A significant portion of traditional workers engaging in remote work do so without clear corporate policies, leading to potential risks for companies regarding compliance and security [3] - The digital nomad trend is expected to continue growing due to ongoing interest in remote work and travel, with organizations implementing policies to attract and retain talent [3]