https://hdl.handle.net/10419/302454 2026-10-16T08:14:55Z 2026-10-16T08:14:55Z Oikawa, Keita Iwasaki, Fusanori Ueki, Yasushi Urata, Shujiro https://hdl.handle.net/10419/302492 2024-09-13T13:44:32Z 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Digital divide among firms in ASEAN before, during, and after the COVID-19 pandemic Authors: Oikawa, Keita; Iwasaki, Fusanori; Ueki, Yasushi; Urata, Shujiro Abstract: The study conducted a comprehensive examination of the digital divide in the ASEAN region through a large-scale questionnaire survey targeting regional MSMEs. Two types of surveys, web and phone, were employed to capture a diverse range of responses, considering company size, industry, and geographical location. Findings reveal that before COVID, basic digital devices and e-payment systems were widely adopted, even by entry-level firms, while other digital tools saw limited adoption, widening the digital divide. Post-COVID, digitally developed firms accelerated their adoption of digital tools, especially web conferencing and e-commerce, while entry-level firms showed little progress. The study identifies a five-stage progression in digital tool adoption, highlighting the need for tailored support at each stage. Firm attributes significantly influenced adoption: economic development levels positively affected smaller firms, firm size consistently impacted adoption, and rural firms were not disadvantaged. FDI and ownership structure also played crucial roles, with FDI firms adopting a broader range of tools but lagging in advanced tools. Participation in global value chains positively influenced adoption, especially at higher stages. Public and private support benefited digitally developed firms but was less effective for entry-level firms, indicating a need for targeted support mechanisms. The study underscores the connection between digital tool adoption and improved business performance post-COVID, with digitally developed firms experiencing positive growth and entry-level firms showing increased robustness. The findings suggest that policymakers should provide targeted assistance, enhance support access, and address stage-specific challenges to ensure all firms benefit from digital transformation initiatives.

2024-01-01T00:00:00Z Chou, Yuntsai Lin, Wei https://hdl.handle.net/10419/302460 2024-09-13T13:44:31Z 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Blockbuster or Flop? Effects of Social Media on the Chinese Film Market Authors: Chou, Yuntsai; Lin, Wei

2024-01-01T00:00:00Z Hong, Semin Lee, Sang Woo Kang, Hyojin https://hdl.handle.net/10419/302505 2024-09-13T13:44:31Z 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Influence of Intimacy for Webtoon Creators on Attitudes Toward Illegal Webtoon Consumption: Focusing on the Moderating Effects of Message Framing and Message Subject Authors: Hong, Semin; Lee, Sang Woo; Kang, Hyojin

2024-01-01T00:00:00Z Ha, Seungyeon https://hdl.handle.net/10419/302477 2024-09-13T13:44:31Z 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Is digital world accessible to all? A Comprehensive Review of Digital Accessibility Research (1996-2024) Authors: Ha, Seungyeon Abstract: Digital accessibility is not static, but a dynamic process that actively interacts with both physical and digital contexts. This study provides a comprehensive overview of digital accessibility by analyzing 416 scholarly articles published from 1996 to 2024 from SCOPUS and Web of Science to capture digital accessibility in current context. First, a bibliometric analysis examines publication trends, including years, countries, affiliations, authors, and keywords, to identify overall trends and emerging themes. This is supplemented by a qualitative analysis of 80 selected articles, providing an in-depth understanding of current research themes. Additionally, the study collects and analyzes 70 relevant quotations to enhance conceptual understanding and provide a standardized definition of digital accessibility. The results offer an extensive overview of digital accessibility literature using both quantitative and qualitative method, providing both surface level and in-depth analysis of what is being discussed in digital accessibility in academia. It contributes to digital accessibility literature by providing a steppingstone as well as guidelines for future research.

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