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<p>This study examines the role of digital business incubators, focusing specifically on the Qatar Digital Incubation Center (DIC), in fostering digital entrepreneurship. The methodology used is qualitative, employing content analysis to interpret textual and visual data from sources such as online databases, documents, reports, and academic research papers. International benchmark reports are used to assess Qatar's global ranking in research, development, innovation, and digital entrepreneurship. The findings highlight Qatar's commitment to digital transformation and its efforts to create a supportive ecosystem for entrepreneurship. They underscore Qatar's dedication to driving innovation through investments in telecommunications, information technology, education, and initiatives like the Qatar National Research Fund. Qatar's digital competitiveness is evident through its ICT infrastructure, extensive 5G implementation, and initiatives like the Smart Qatar Program. The DIC plays a pivotal role in supporting digital entrepreneurs by providing resources, mentorship, and a collaborative environment. By collaborating with government agencies, academic institutions, and industry partners, the DIC contributes to the growth and success of digital startups, fostering innovation, and positioning Qatar as a hub for digital entrepreneurship and technological innovation. This study provides valuable insights into the development of Qatar's digital entrepreneurship ecosystem and the significance of digital business incubators, including the DIC.</p>
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This study examines the role of digital business incubators, focusing specifically on the Qatar Digital Incubation Center (DIC), in fostering digital entrepreneurship. The methodology used is qualitative, employing content analysis to interpret textual and visual data from sources such as online databases, documents, reports, and academic research papers. International benchmark reports are used to assess Qatar's global ranking in research, development, innovation, and digital entrepreneurship. The findings highlight Qatar's commitment to digital transformation and its efforts to create a supportive ecosystem for entrepreneurship. They underscore Qatar's dedication to driving innovation through investments in telecommunications, information technology, education, and initiatives like the Qatar National Research Fund. Qatar's digital competitiveness is evident through its ICT infrastructure, extensive 5G implementation, and initiatives like the Smart Qatar Program. The DIC plays a pivotal role in supporting digital entrepreneurs by providing resources, mentorship, and a collaborative environment. By collaborating with government agencies, academic institutions, and industry partners, the DIC contributes to the growth and success of digital startups, fostering innovation, and positioning Qatar as a hub for digital entrepreneurship and technological innovation. This study provides valuable insights into the development of Qatar's digital entrepreneurship ecosystem and the significance of digital business incubators, including the DIC.

Digital Business Incubators and Digital Entrepreneurship: The case of Digital Incubation Center in Qatar

Laboratory of Organizational Economics and Sustainable Development, Faculty of Economic, Commercial, and Management Sciences

Croatian Review of Economic, Business and Social Statistics

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This study examines the role of digital business incubators, focusing specifically on the Qatar Digital Incubation Center (DIC), in fostering digital...

Digital Business Incubators and Digital Entrepreneurship: The case of Digital Incubation Center in Qatar

Published Online: Jul 22, 2023

Page range: 33 - 50

Received: May 17, 2023

Accepted: Jul 07, 2023

DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/crebss-2023-0003

Keywords
digital business incubators, digital entrepreneurship, Digital Incubator Center (DIC), Qatar

© 2023 Chetouane Sonia et al., published by Sciendo

This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 3.0 License.

Digital Business Incubators and Digital Entrepreneurship: The case of Digital Incubation Center in Qatar

Published Online: Jul 22, 2023

Page range: 33 - 50

Received: May 17, 2023

Accepted: Jul 07, 2023

DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/crebss-2023-0003

Keywordsdigital business incubators, digital entrepreneurship, Digital Incubator Center (DIC), Qatar

© 2023 Chetouane Sonia et al., published by Sciendo

This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 3.0 License.

Keywords
digital business incubators, digital entrepreneurship, Digital Incubator Center (DIC), Qatar