
Digital Ecosystem Digest – CHALLENGES OF INTERNATIONAL EXPANSION OF LOCAL TECHNOLOGY STARTUPS – OVERVIEW OF DIGITAL MARKETS IN THE REGION
International borders are slowly disappearing and discoloring in the technological field, especially against the background of rapid globalization. Therefore, the acquisition of international markets has become the focus of long-term development for almost all technological startups. One of the important

Digital Ecosystem Digest – DIGITIZATION TRENDS AND STARTUP ECOSYSTEM IN GEORGIA
The target audience of the presented report is wide and may include any person interested in digitization of business activities. In particular, the report will address the following main issues: • Initial results of digital transformation of local startup activities

DIGITAL ECOSYSTEM DIGEST – INCREASED TRENDS OF DIGITAL MARKETS IN GEORGIA
According to preliminary data, the volume of the e-commerce market in Georgia will exceed GEL 2.2 billion by 2022. Compared to 2021, this is a 7.8% increase in GEL, and a 17.5% increase if we calculate the product price in

Digital Ecosystem Digest – E-COMMERCE CONSUMERS IN CLOTHING INDUSTRY IN GEORGIA
The number of e-commerce consumers increased in clothing industry (in 2022) compared to previous years. Market broadening is a result of increase in female consumers. Almost 3/4 of the visitors to the web pages of local online clothing stores are

Guiding Principles of the National Strategy of Georgia on Artificial Intelligence
In the 21st century a large body of data has been accumulated, respective algorithms were developed and computer-calculating capacities have increased as a result of the technological process. The given experience clearly illustrated the role and significance of technologies in

Digital Ecosystem Digest – E-Commerce Consumers
Digital Ecosystem Digest is monthly electronic research report, which is issued at the initiative of BTU Entrepreneurship and Research Centers. Report reviews current technological and innovative trends in different areas of Georgian digital ecosystem and covers the issues such as:

Strategic Management Measures to Increase the Representation of Women in Renewable Energy Business
This Article has been published in the Journal of Biosensors and renewable sources; ISSN: 2832-5230, DOI: 10.32474/JBRS.2024.02.000147, V. 2, Issue 5, p. 287-292 Authors: Maia Melikidze, Associate professor, Founder of RES LAB (Renewable Energy Sources Laboratory), Business and Technology University, Georgia

Digital Ecosystem Digest – PROMISING SECTORS IN GEORGIA’S DIGITAL ECONOMY FOR STARTUPS
Georgia’s digital economy spans a variety of industries, some of which are already thriving while others are just beginning to develop. At the core of these developments are tech-based startups, which are becoming key players by offering innovative and fresh

A New AI Learning tool for Georgian Students – Database of Georgian-language business cases available
Business and Technology University has developed a comprehensive database of unique and up-to-date Georgian-language business cases, accessible to all users. BTU AI Review is a catalog of innovative, new business cases created from the best international publications and highly reliable

“Empowering Ukrainian Women in Tech” – BTU, with the support of UN Women and the Government of Japan, launches a new project
Ukrainian women currently residing in Georgia are invited to engage in a new digital literacy and Tech upskilling initiative. The project “Empowering Ukrainian Refugee Women in Tech” will be implemented by Business and Technology University (BTU), with the support of

Assessing the Financial Viability and Sustainability of Circular Business Models in the Wine Industry: A Comparative Analysis to Traditional Linear Business Model—Case of Georgia
This article has been published in Sustainability 2024, 16(7), 2877; https://doi.org/10.3390/su16072877 The article belongs to the Special Issue Circular Economy Business Models for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises. by Vakhtang Chkareuli, Business and Technology University Gvantsa Darguashvili, Business and Technology University

Core Inflation Requiem: Paving the Way for a Dual-Component CPI in FPAS Central Banks
The National Bank of Georgia’s (NBG) Working Papers are published to elicit comments and encourage debate on ongoing research. Working Paper Series aims to present original research contributions relevant to central banks. The views expressed here are those of the