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Navigating the Data Economy: A Comprehensive Review of Evolution, Impact, and Future Trends

Salman Saleem ViraniSchool of Information Management, Nanjing University, China

Vol 7 No 12 (2023): Volume 7, Issue 12, December 2023 | Pages: 22-34

International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology

OPEN ACCESS | Research Article | Published Date: 05-12-2023

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Abstract

The data economy has become a revolutionary force in today's digital landscape, transforming how firms run, decisions are made, and societies function. This review examines the many facets of the data economy and provides information on its technological foundations, historical development, and the economics of data. It traces the theoretical underpinnings and investigates how data has developed into a crucial economic asset. The work provides an analysis of the technological developments driving the data economy, highlighting the significance of artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and data analytics. Examining the changing environment of data management procedures and storage options, the importance of new technologies is highlighted. In addition, the paper explores the practical uses of AI and data analytics, offering instances of effective data-driven decision-making in action. A close examination is conducted of monetization tactics, particularly those involving data marketplaces and targeted advertising. Legal frameworks controlling data security and privacy, and new developments such as edge computing and blockchain are also discussed. FAME (Federated Decentralized Trusted Data Marketplace for Embedded Finance) project is highlighted as a novel project that addresses the shortcomings of existing centralized cloud-based data markets. By summarizing the most important discoveries, the review ensures that it is relevant for scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and stakeholders negotiating the complex terrain of data-driven decision-making.

Keywords

Data Economy, Data Monetization, Data Governance, Data Management


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Salman Saleem Virani, “Navigating the Data Economy: A Comprehensive Review of Evolution, Impact, and Future Trends” Published in International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology - IRJIET, Volume 7, Issue 12, pp 22-34, December 2023. Article DOI https://doi.org/10.47001/IRJIET/2023.712003

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