How digital technology, governance and behaviour shape better cities
Published on: Aug. 16, 2025, 4:19 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
The positive influence of the digital economy persists even after accounting for factors such as trade openness, government intervention, human capital, and scientific research investment. Interestingly, while trade openness generally supports livability, excessive government intervention can dampen improvements. Human capital shows mixed effects, enhancing urban living environments overall but, in some contexts, correlating negatively at lower livability levels.
