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International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences

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ISSN: 2222-6990

Digital Innovation in Emerging Economies: A Comparative Review of India, Malaysia, China, and Indonesia

Jingjun Lei, Logaiswari Indiran, Umar Haiyat Abdul Kohar, Haibing Liu

http://dx.doi.org/10.6007/IJARBSS/v14-i1/20457

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This study addresses the pivotal importance of digital technology adoption in key emerging economies (India, Malaysia, China, and Indonesia), focusing on e-commerce, education, and finance. Employing a systematic literature review and VOS viewer based bibliometric analysis, our research aims to shed light on common challenges: infrastructural deficiencies, digital illiteracy, and regulatory intricacies. In emphasizing the significance of the topic, our findings underscore the critical need for strategic investments in digital infrastructure, promotion of digital literacy, and establishment of adaptable regulatory frameworks. Despite specific data limitations, this study provides valuable insights to shape research agendas and inform policymaking for practical digital innovation in emerging economies. Moving forward, our research suggests a roadmap for future investigations. Further studies could explore nuanced aspects within each country, contributing to a more comprehensive understanding of digital innovation challenges and opportunities in emerging economies.

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(Lei et al., 2024)
Lei, J., Indiran, L., Kohar, U. H. A., & Liu, H. (2024). Digital Innovation in Emerging Economies: A Comparative Review of India, Malaysia, China, and Indonesia. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 14(1), 3207–3227.