Contradictions of the digital economy: challenges and directions of resolution

The digital economy has become an integral part of the modern world, bringing new opportunities and causing contradictions in its development. In recent decades, there has been a rapid growth in information and communication technologies, which have revolutionized traditional approaches to business, education, medicine and other areas of life. The digital economy opens up new prospects for innovation, increased efficiency and improved quality of life. However, along with the opportunities of the digital economy, contradictions also appear that require serious analysis and attention. Aim. To identify the key contradictions in digital economy development and propose directions for their resolution. Methods. System analysis, synthesis, and comparative analysis of scientific literature. Scientific novelty. Systematization of contradictions related to the personnel and institutional support of the digital economy, as well as the use of digital technologies, which allows us to identify the main directions for their resolution. Results. Contradictions arising in developing the digital economy, in particular, in personnel and institutional support, as well as in the use of technologies, were identified and systematized. The main contradictions are related to the lack of qualified personnel, the discrepancy between the pace of technology development and the regulatory framework, as well as issues of security and trust in digital systems. The proposed directions for resolving contradictions include modernization of educational programs, strengthening institutional coordination, and development of security standards for digital technologies.