Digital Economy Research Gap Matrix
Nine research gaps covering environmental impact, governance, inclusion, and compute equity.
Environmental Impact
Lifecycle carbon footprint of AI models and cloud infrastructure remains under-measured.
Global South
Developing economy perspectives in digital transformation research are under-represented.
Algorithmic Governance
Public-sector AI decision-making lacks robust governance frameworks.
Data Sovereignty
Cross-border flow policies and national control mechanisms remain unclear.
Platform Labour
Gig economy worker rights and long-term welfare impacts lack data.
SME Adoption
Structural barriers limiting digital adoption by SMEs need deeper study.
Cybersecurity
Evolving threat landscapes demand updated national resilience frameworks.
Quantum Computing
Economic implications of quantum breakthroughs are largely unexplored.
AGI Preparedness
Economic restructuring required for AGI-era scenarios lacks research.
Caption: Nine critical gaps signal opportunities for impactful digital economy research