Equitable digital transformation: Harnessing data cooperatives and digital federation to empower SMEs and small communities – A strategic roadmap for the G20. TF-2: Our common digital future: Affordable, accessible, and inclusive digital public infrastructure

Calzada, Igor ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4269-830X 2023. Equitable digital transformation: Harnessing data cooperatives and digital federation to empower SMEs and small communities – A strategic roadmap for the G20. TF-2: Our common digital future: Affordable, accessible, and inclusive digital public infrastructure. Presented at: G20 Leaders' Summit, G20/T20 policy brief. Think 20 (T20),

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Abstract

Digital resources and capabilities are increasingly concentrated due to network effects and economies of scale, limiting equitable digital entrepreneurship and job creation, particularly in small communities and SMEs. In response, this policy brief advocates for the establishment of data cooperatives to ensure secure and sovereign data exchange, promote digital entrepreneurship, protect digital rights, and contribute to community well-being. In the post-pandemic era, community and/or SME-led cooperatives can secure resilient and decentralized supply chains, supporting digital commons and data sovereignty. Through such cooperatives, communities can access affordable information and collectively negotiate data-related decisions, supporting self-determination in an AI-driven world. Effective governance is key to accelerate digital transformation and overcome challenges. The brief presents diverse case studies demonstrating the transformative potential of cooperative data governance across sectors worldwide. It proposes a framework for a digital federated and sovereign reference architecture, providing a blueprint for sustainable development globally. It concludes with six key recommendations for the G20 to foster inclusive and sustainable digital ecosystems: establishing digital federation platforms and data cooperatives; harmonizing supportive policies and legal frameworks; facilitating funding and resources; strengthening capacity building and skills development; fostering international cooperation and knowledge sharing; and implementing robust monitoring and evaluation mechanisms. This approach will enable small communities and SMEs to effectively participate in the digital economy and contribute to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals

Item Type:	Conference or Workshop Item (Paper)
Status:	In Press
Schools:	Social Sciences (Includes Criminology and Education) Wales Institute of Social & Economic Research, Data & Methods (WISERD)
Subjects:	G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > G Geography (General) G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GF Human ecology. Anthropogeography J Political Science > JS Local government Municipal government J Political Science > JV Colonies and colonization. Emigration and immigration. International migration J Political Science > JX International law J Political Science > JZ International relations T Technology > T Technology (General)
Publisher:	Think 20 (T20)
Funders:	Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC)
Date of First Compliant Deposit:	12 June 2023
Date of Acceptance:	June 2023
Last Modified:	12 Jul 2023 01:30
URI:	https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/160304

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