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| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Article number | e00488 |
| Number of pages | 18 |
| Journal | Journal of Business Venturing Insights |
| Volume | 22 |
| Early online date | 21 Aug 2024 |
| Publication status | Published - Nov 2024 |
Abstract
In this paper, we study the spatial implications of digital entrepreneurship. Leveraging detailed micro-data on the universe of new venture formations in Germany between 2011 and 2018, we illustrate regional determinants of digital entrepreneurship. Unlike conventional entrepreneurship, digital entrepreneurship demonstrates sustained growth rates throughout this time period, highlighting the policy importance of understanding the drivers of digital ventures’ location choices. The key insight of our study is that digital entrepreneurship requires both digital infrastructure and highly-skilled human capital. If both are present, digital entrepreneurship can flourish in rural areas, even if digital venture formations generally concentrate in urban centers.
Keywords
- Digital entrepreneurship, Digitalization, Highly skilled, Rural regions, Urban regions
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Business, Management and Accounting(all)
- Business and International Management
- Business, Management and Accounting(all)
- Management of Technology and Innovation
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In: Journal of Business Venturing Insights, Vol. 22, e00488, 11.2024.
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AU - Bergholz, Christian
AU - Füner, Lena
AU - Lubczyk, Moritz
AU - Sternberg, Rolf
AU - Bersch, Johannes
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