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Economics of Digital Competition and Innovation
(obiettivi)
This course examines the economic principles that underlie digital competition and innovation. It begins by introducing basic microeconomic principles and then delves into exploring the strategies of firms and governments in the digital economy, along with their implications for markets, consumers, and society. The course introduces a wide range of topics, including network effects, platform competition, data privacy issues, intellectual property, and antitrust policy.
LEARNING OUTCOMES Demonstrate a fair understanding of the basic microeconomic principles that form the foundation of digital competition and innovation. Apply microeconomic concepts such as supply and demand, market structure, cost analysis, and pricing strategies to analyze and interpret the functioning of digital markets. Identify and explain the key economic drivers behind digital competition and innovation, including factors such as economies of scale, network effects, and information asymmetry. Apply economic reasoning to analyze the effects of digital competition and innovation on market outcomes, including consumer surplus, producer surplus, market efficiency, and market concentration. Evaluate the role of government intervention and regulation in digital markets from a microeconomic perspective, considering both the benefits and potential distortions they may introduce.
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the economic principles that shape digital competition and innovation, including the key theories, concepts, and models relevant to the field. Explain the relationship between digital markets, the digital economy, and society, considering the interplay of economic factors, technological advancements, and social dynamics. Recognize and evaluate the implications of digital competition on markets, consumers, and society, including both positive and negative outcomes.
APPLYING KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Analyze real-world case studies to digital economy, innovation and related policy interventions. Assess the effectiveness of different strategies employed by firms and governments in the digital economy. Evaluate the effects of digital competition on market outcomes, consumer welfare, innovation, and overall economic efficiency.
MAKING JUDGEMENTS Critically evaluate the economic implications of different strategies and policies in the digital economy, taking into account their potential benefits, drawbacks, and unintended consequences. Assess the ethical and social considerations associated with digital competition and innovation, weighing the trade-offs between economic efficiency, consumer welfare, privacy, equity, and societal well-being. Formulate reasoned judgments and arguments based on economic analysis, incorporating relevant evidence and counterarguments in support of specific positions or policy recommendations.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS Effectively communicate economic concepts, theories, and analysis related to digital competition and innovation, using clear and concise language that is appropriate for diverse audiences, including policymakers, industry professionals, and the general public. Present economic arguments and findings in a coherent and structured manner. Engage in discussions and debates on economic issues related to digital ecomomy and innovation.
LEARNING SKILLS Engage in independent and self-directed learning, demonstrating the ability to acquire and integrate new knowledge and perspectives related to the economics of digital competition and innovation. Locate, evaluate, and critically analyze relevant academic literature, research papers, and industry reports to deepen understanding and support arguments. Collaborate effectively in group work and team projects, contributing actively, respecting diverse perspectives, and leveraging collective expertise to achieve shared learning objectives.
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Erogato presso
20110466 Economics of Digital Competition and Innovation in Scienze giuridiche per le nuove tecnologie LM/SC-GIUR ANNICCHIARICO BARBARA
( programma)
1) Principi economici di base a) Teoria del consumo b) Teoria della produzione c) Economie di scala c) Mercati imperfetti
2) Teoria dei network sociali ed economici a) Definizione b) Principali caratteristiche c) Rappresentazione grafica
3) Innovazione a) Tipologie di innovazione b) Diffusione c) Matching market d) Fallimenti del mercato e) Politiche pubbliche per l'innovazione
4) Piattaforme digitali a) Concetti di base b) Effetti network all'interno del gruppo c) Effetti network tra gruppi d) Cosa è e cosa non è una piattaforma digitale e) I diversi tipi di piattaforma digitale
5) Effetti network nelle piattaforme digitali a) Sistemi di valutazione e revisione b) Raccomandazioni c) Costo di raccolta e analisi dei dati
6) Piattaforme digitali, strategie di prezzo e equilibrio a) Strategie di prezzo b) Piattaforme monopolistiche e distorsioni dei prezzi c) Discriminazione dei prezzi d) Strategia “freemium” e) Strategie di mercato non basate sul prezzo
7) Politiche pubbliche e regolamentazione a) Politica della concorrenza e antitrust b) Protezione dei dati e privacy c) Diritti di proprietà intellettuale d) Tassazione e) Verso un nuovo modello di regolamentazione
8) Sfide attuali e future a) Evoluzione delle piattaforme digitali b) Intelligenza artificiale c) Intelligenza artificiale e piattaforme digitali
( testi)
Selezione di capitoli da: Belleflamme, Paul, and Martin Peitz. The Economics of Platforms. Cambridge University Press, 2021. Parker, Geoffrey G.; Van Alstyne, Marshall W.; Choudary, Sangeet Paul. Platform Revolution: How Networked Markets Are Transforming the Economy and How to Make Them Work for You W. W. Norton & Company, 2016. The Economy. CORE Project. https://core-econ.org/the-economy/?lang=en Altre letture indicate di volta in volta
Altri testi: Birke, Daniel. Social networks and their economics: Influencing consumer choice. John Wiley & Sons, 2013. Jackson, Matthew O. Social and economic networks. Vol. 3. Princeton: Princeton university press, 2008. Mansell, Robin, and William Edward Steinmueller. Advanced introduction to platform economics. Edward Elgar Publishing, 2020. Varian, Hal R., Joseph Farrell, and Carl Shapiro. The economics of information technology: An introduction. Cambridge University Press, 2004.
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20110554 -
European Union Law
(obiettivi)
Students acquire knowledge and understanding of both the Union's institutional system and the internal market law. These objectives will also be achieved through the evaluation of case law. Students will develop a critical awareness of the Union's legal system, and will be able to have autonomous judgments based in particular on the correct use of legal language. Students will also develop communication skills as regards the topics of the course with good expressive technique. In terms of learning skills, the student will be able to conduct his/her own evaluation of legal issues by putting into practice the method and learning acquired during lessons and seminars.
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Erogato presso
20110195 European Union Law(Global Legal Studies) in GIURISPRUDENZA LMG/01 BARATTA ROBERTO
( programma)
R. Baratta, Institutions of EU Law, Kluwer, 2022 Riguardo alla parte speciale, ai frequentanti saranno distribuiti documenti a parte
Parte generale: Il processo di integrazione europea; le sfere di azione dell'Unione, il quadro istituzionale, le fonti e procedure normative, il sistema di garanzie giurisdizionali; i rapporti fra il diritto dell'Unione e l'ordinamento interno. Parte speciale Il diritto del mercato interno: la nozione di mercato interno, la libera circolazione delle merci, la libera circolazione delle persone, il diritto di stabilimento e la libera prestazione di servizi.
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R. Baratta, Institutions of EU Law, Wolters Kluver, 2022
As regards, internal market law (namely, free circulation rights) cases and materials will be given in class
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