Data Power Dynamics: Who Runs the World in 2027?

The report explores how data governance and technology will shape global power dynamics by 2027.

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Quick Facts
Report location: source
Language: English
Publisher: Global Governance Futures
Publication date: June 1, 2017
Authors: Cathleen Berger, Elizabeth Prescott, Eval Sills, Evan Sills, Fellows: Cathleen Berger, Rahul Sharma, Reirui Ri, Satyarupa Shekhar Swain, Shireen Santosham, Shoko Yoshihara, Vincent Ni, Yolanda Jinxin Ma
Time horizon: 2027
Geographic focus: Global
Page count: 29

Methods

The research method involved scenario planning, which included identifying key factors influencing data governance, analyzing their impact and uncertainty, projecting outcomes for each factor, and constructing three coherent and plausible scenarios for the future. The process also involved deriving opportunities and threats across scenarios.

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Key Insights

The report examines the future of data governance and its impact on global power dynamics through three scenarios: “Towards 'De-Digitization',” “Rise of the Digital Nation,” and “Data Harmonization.” It discusses technological advancements, the role of governments and corporations, and the implications for society, including issues of trust, regulation, and technological literacy. The scenarios highlight potential developments in internet access, automation, and cybersecurity, and the report concludes with opportunities, threats, and major insights for stakeholders.

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