complex activities of platforms. We describe possible approaches for obtaining data and indicators for measuring the (digital …-platform businesses. We also discuss major challenges in data collection, arising from the cross-border nature of platforms, and the …-scraping (complemented by ad hoc methods using site usage data). We also discuss albeit briefly some policy implications for the measurement …

tremendous data, and a convoluted value creation process with user participation. Meanwhile, they bring more opportunities to … their fair share to society. This paper also provides the first analysis of the World Bank's Digital Business Indicators …, data privacy and security, as well as logistics, in 21 pilot countries. It aims to explore the possibilities for developing …