“软硬兼施”培育全国一体化数据市场

Core Insights - The establishment of a unified national data market is crucial for enhancing data flow and optimizing resource allocation, which will significantly contribute to technological innovation, industrial upgrading, and economic growth [1][3] - In 2024, China's data production is expected to reach 41.06 zettabytes, doubling from the end of the 13th Five-Year Plan period, indicating a robust growth in the digital economy and an urgent need for data market development [1][3] Group 1: Market Development - A significant increase in the number of digital technology companies has been observed, with nearly 500 new companies established by central enterprises [1] - In the second quarter of this year, over 2,600 new supply and demand entities were added to major data trading institutions, reflecting a growing interest in data services [1] - The number of new data products launched by major data trading institutions reached 3,328 in the first half of the year, a 70% year-on-year increase, with high-quality data set products increasing by 2.8 times [2] Group 2: Policy and Infrastructure - The development of a national integrated data market is a long-term project that requires market-oriented reforms and a comprehensive framework for data market rules [2][3] - There is a need to improve the "soft environment" for data trading by promoting mutual recognition among data trading institutions and establishing standardized contracts to reduce transaction costs and enhance efficiency [2] - Strengthening data infrastructure and establishing unified standards and technical frameworks are essential for ensuring secure and efficient data flow [3]