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Digital platforms: A literature review and policy implications for development

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  • Carlo Maria Rossotto

    (The World Bank, USA)

  • Prasanna Lal Das

    (The World Bank, USA)

  • Elena Gasol Ramos

    (The World Bank, USA)

  • Eva Clemente Miranda

    (The World Bank, USA)

  • Mona Farid Badran

    (Cairo University, Egypt)

  • Martha Martinez Licetti

    (The World Bank, USA)

  • Graciela Miralles Murciego

    (The World Bank, USA)

Abstract

This article takes stock of the literature around digital platforms and shows how this review can inform policy choices in developing countries. Through the review, this article sets a research agenda for platforms in emerging markets. Four elements are specifically analyzed. First, the definition of multisided platforms; second, technology and behavioral enablers; third, the emerging business models; and, fourth, platform dynamics. Each of these elements is assessed in terms of its relevance in emerging and developing countries. Policy implications for development are also highlighted, building the foundations for a new research agenda.

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  • Carlo Maria Rossotto & Prasanna Lal Das & Elena Gasol Ramos & Eva Clemente Miranda & Mona Farid Badran & Martha Martinez Licetti & Graciela Miralles Murciego, 2018. "Digital platforms: A literature review and policy implications for development," Competition and Regulation in Network Industries, , vol. 19(1-2), pages 93-109, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:crnind:v:19:y:2018:i:1-2:p:93-109
    DOI: 10.1177/1783591718809485
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