This paper takes a regional studies approach to assess spin-offs from a university-based technology transfer network. We first detect the regional objectives, inputs and outputs needed to assess spin-offs from support programmes. We then provide evidence on regional mechanisms for firm creation....

This study examines the effect of FinTech on economic performance for a panel of 31 provinces in mainland China between 2012 and 2019. The digital financial index compiled by Peking University is used to measure FinTech development. Besides ordinary least squares, we implement instrumental...