Which are the most digital economies in the world?

I always tell younger people that those of my generation were born in the analog era and now we are part of the digital era.

The industrial revolution and today the technological revolution are already obsolete. Today we talk about the revolution of robotics and artificial intelligenceWhat I mean by this is that transformation and innovation are inevitable in our daily lives and in the lives of countries and their economies.

The classic economy as we all know it has reached its ceiling, it is over, now the economy is a platform economy, it is digital, it crosses all possible borders.

Digital economies refer to the set of economic activities that result from using technology through digital platforms and information and communication technologies (ICT). These economies include the production, distribution, exchange and consumption of digital goods and services.

Some key aspects of digital economies are:

• Technology: Digital economies rely heavily on technology, such as the internet, mobile devices, cloud computing, big data, artificial intelligence, among others.
• Digital platforms: Digital platforms are a fundamental element in digital economies, as they connect producers and consumers, facilitate commercial transactions, and allow the creation of new business models.
• Globalization: Digital economies eliminate geographical barriers and allow the expansion of businesses globally in an easier and faster way.
• Constant innovation: Digital economies foster rapid and constant innovation in products, services, processes and business models, driving economic growth.
• Data: In digital economies, data is a fundamental asset. Companies collect, process and use data to personalize services, improve customer experience and make informed decisions.

Countries with the most digital economies are usually those that have achieved greater integration of technology into their productive sectors and into the daily lives of their citizens. Some of the leading countries in the digital economy are usually the United States, China, Sweden, South Korea and Finland. These countries have invested significantly in technological infrastructure, digital education and in the adoption of new technologies in their industrial and service processes.

China is the country that stands out for its growing digital economy, being the country with the most digital currency in the world. It is estimated that paper money has not been used frequently for 6 years. With a huge population and a very active domestic market, China has managed to position itself as a global technology leader. Chinese companies such as Alibaba, Tencent and Huawei are internationally recognized for their advances in e-commerce, digital payments, artificial intelligence and telecommunications. The Chinese government has also promoted initiatives to promote technological innovation and the adoption of digital solutions in various sectors of the economy. One of its main policies is the initiative “Made in China 2025” that seeks to modernize its traditional industries through the adoption of digital technologies.

The digital economy is transforming the way we live and work, and even how we interact every day. The digital economy is creating new opportunities and is generating new and better jobs of the future and, as a result, improving efficiency and productive quality.

Evolution is constant and as technology, and today robotics, hand in hand with AI, advances, it is clear that this will continue to be felt in the coming years, as digital technologies continue to evolve and transform sectors and regions around the world.

Artificial intelligence does not displace any human, it is the human who displaces himself if he does not adapt to the future.