Our investigation is devoted to the problem of place of digital online games in players's value structure. This investigation is based on the scheme: “qualities of games – consequences – new system of value orientation'' (IQON). We made the analysis of efficiency of this scheme using...

Micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) are recognized as crucial drivers of economic development, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. The advent of digital platforms, characterized by economies of scale and significant cross-network externalities in two-sided markets,...

Purpose - this paper aims to analyse the business efficiency of the Alibaba platform at the beginning and during the COVID-19 crisis. Methodology/Design - The research is based on the official financial reports of the platform as well as on the reports of other specialized agencies that monitor...