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Data, Privacy, Security, and Regulation

In an era dominated by oceans of data, D^3 hosts a community of practice that offers a discerning perspective on the intricate tapestry of data governance, privacy, security, and regulatory compliance. Participants in this community engage in a comprehensive discourse amongst industry experts, exploring responsible AI and the dynamic realm of regulations, industry standards, and best practices. The community explores how to harness the immense potential of data for strategic business advancement while ensuring the safeguarding of sensitive information, upholding privacy rights, and establishing or integrating resilient and ethical frameworks that underpin success in data-driven endeavors.

Why NFT Royalties Matter for Business Professionals

Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have sparked a revolution in how we think about digital and physical asset ownership. A key aspect of NFTs is their ability to generate royalties—payments that flow to the creators or owners whenever their NFT is resold. This system offers creators long-term financial benefits while changing how intellectual property (IP) is valued, […]

Navigating the Ripple Effects of Regulation: Lessons from China’s Tech Industry

With the rise of tech giants across the globe, there has been increasing concern about the consequences their dominance creates for market competition. Governments in various countries have responded by implementing antitrust regulations to curtail the power of these digital platforms. In China, the introduction of the Anti-Monopoly Guidelines for the Platform Economy in February […]

Revealing Value: The Economic Power of Open Source Software

Open source software (OSS) underpins much of today’s digital infrastructure, and is prevalent in everything from operating systems to cloud services. Thus, understanding the real economic impact of OSS is essential for fostering sustainable development and guiding strategic investments, especially for policymakers. To highlight the significant, yet often invisible, contributions of OSS on the global […]

Big Data’s Influence on Institutional Lending

The growth of big data, particularly the availability of real-time information through alternative sources, may be reshaping the dynamics of institutional lending. A recent paper, “Gone with the Big Data: Institutional Lender Demand for Private Information”, by HBS Assistant Professor of Business Administration and researcher at D^3’s Digital Value Lab, Jung Koo Kang, explores these […]

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