The Platform Economy

A digital platform is a system of technologies acting as a central mediator between stakeholders in a vast economic and social ecosystem. Enterprises are now adopting platform-based business models, with consumers playing a key role. However, many aspects of the platform economy remain unclear and require an interdisciplinary approach. The works presented here focus on various aspects of this economy, as the construction of a new platform-based society raises complex challenges that go beyond traditional economic models. It is crucial, in fact, to consider personal data protection, intellectual property rights, consumer rights and business financing.

The authors of this special issue of Innovations, Revue d’économie et de management de l’innovation present the transformation of entrepreneurial and innovative dynamics under the influence of digital platforms. They highlight the emergence of innovative business models and the redefinition of interactions within economic ecosystems in the digital age.