Infographic 8.1.2
Concept Map
Conceptual Framework Evolution
Three research eras demonstrate shifting priorities from infrastructure to ecosystem governance to intelligent, sustainable systems.
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Infrastructure
Hardware, networks, and connectivity metrics (1990s-2005).
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Platform
Ecosystems, network effects, data value (2005-2020).
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Intelligence
AI capabilities, sustainability, ethics (2020 onwards).
Caption: Three distinct phases mark the evolution of digital economy research frameworks