Introduction: The Reality of Data as a New Factor and Theoretical Challenges
摘要
Globally, the rise of the digital economy is profoundly altering the logic and pathways of economic growth, reshaping the functions and boundaries of traditional production factors, and driving nations to seek new comparative advantages in the global competitive landscape. As digital technologies increasingly permeate all aspects of the economy and society, data is no longer merely a “byproduct” of information systems but has evolved into a fundamental production factor on par with land, labor, and capital.