International Policy

The Use of Digital Technology in Japan’s Local Governments: Trends and Features

Japan’s economic stagnation, often referred to as the “Lost 30 Years,” has been partially a consequence of its lagging investment in digital technologies. As a result, since the late 2010s, Japan’s public administration has been increasingly focused on digital transformation, a critical factor missing from the nation’s economic trajectory in the Heisei era (1989-2019).  Although the […]

Digital nomad movement triggers housing concerns across Latin America

An influx of digital nomads to major cities in Latin America has raised alarms about increased rents, displacement, and gentrification. Digital nomads, or remote workers who lead a location-independent lifestyle and settle temporarily in various places, make up approximately 35 million people across the globe. According to Nomad List, an online travel resource for digital […]