Applied Economics in the Digital Era: Essays in Honor of Gary Madden

Gary Madden was a renaissance man with respect to the nexus between information and communications technology (ICT) and economics. This series of essays covers the range of his research interests, including applied econometrics, forecasting, internet governance and policy. Gerard Faulhaber provides an overview of how we have reached the digital age, and the applied econometric section brings the latest research in the area. The forecasting section ranges from forecasting online political participation to broadbands impact on economic growth, and the final section covers aspects of governance and regulation of the ICT sector.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 341 pages
Publication date: 17 May 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Gary Madden was a true polymath when it came to the intersection of information and communications technology (ICT) and economics. His contributions to various fields within ICT were vast and far-reaching, encompassing applied econometrics, forecasting, internet governance, and policy. Regrettably, Madden passed away before he could complete his work, but his legacy lives on through these insightful essays, two of which were co-authored by him before his untimely passing.

In this series of essays, we delve into the diverse range of research interests that Madden pursued throughout his career. While the essays touch upon various ICT-related topics, they are at the forefront of research in the sector. Gerard Faulhaber offers a comprehensive overview of how we have transitioned into the digital age and the profound implications it has had.

The applied econometric section showcases the latest research in the field, with Lester Taylor providing an in-depth explanation of how own-price, cross-price, and income elasticities can be derived from survey data and translated into real income effects. The forecasting section spans a wide range of topics, from predicting online political participation to examining the impact of broadband on economic growth.

Finally, the final section delves into the governance and regulation of the ICT sector, addressing key issues such as cybersecurity, intellectual property rights, and consumer protection.

Gary Madden's profound insights and multidisciplinary approach to ICT and economics continue to inspire and influence researchers and policymakers alike. His legacy serves as a reminder of the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in addressing the complex challenges of our digital age.

Weight: 488g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030406035
Edition number: 1st ed. 2020