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Digital Ecosystems

Definition

A digital ecosystem comprises interconnected digital technologies, platforms, and participants operating together. These systems represent a complex environment where various software applications, hardware components, and human actors interact to create, exchange, and consume value. Within the cryptocurrency domain, a digital ecosystem often refers to the complete set of protocols, decentralized applications, infrastructure, and user communities built around a specific blockchain or digital asset. Its functionality relies on interoperability and the collective operation of its constituent elements to achieve specific objectives.