Information economy - Tech

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•Overview The presentation examines the concept of the Information Economy, a new economic paradigm where information—rather than physical goods—becomes the primary source of value. It compares this system with the traditional industrial economy, highlighting how technological innovation, digital networks, and information flow have transformed production, distribution, and consumption. •From Traditional to Information Economy In traditional economies, value depends on production costs and economies of scale—producing more reduces costs per unit. In the Information Economy, however, information goods such as e-books, software, digital media, and online services follow different rules: - Their initial production cost (development) is high, but reproduction costs are near zero. - Value is based on perceived usefulness and relevance, not cost. - Economies of scale shift to demand; value increases as more users adopt a product or service. •Network Economy The network economy is central to the Information Economy. It explains how interconnected users, platforms, and digital systems generate increasing returns—more participation creates more value. This system relies on...