THE IMPACT OF DIGITALIZATION ON THE TRANSFORMATION OF INTERNATIONAL ECONOMIC RELATIONS: KEY TRENDS AND DISPARITIES IN THE GLOBAL ECONOMY

Abstract

The article examines digitalization as a key factor in transforming international economic relations, opening new opportunities for businesses and governments while simultaneously posing significant challenges. The main digital trends reshaping the global economy are highlighted, including e-commerce, financial technologies, artificial intelligence, automation, digital logistics, and new forms of employment. Strategies for adapting economic policies to digital transformation are proposed to ensure equal conditions for all market participants and prevent monopolization. The challenges related to data protection, digital platform regulation, and cybersecurity are outlined. Special attention is given to the role of artificial intelligence in the global economy, its impact on financial systems, and the labor market. The importance of balancing automation with job preservation and adapting educational systems to the demands of the digital economy is emphasized. It is noted that green digitalization, the metaverse, and quantum technologies create new opportunities for sustainable development. The uneven pace of digital transformation among countries is highlighted as a factor contributing to growing economic inequality. Measures for international cooperation are proposed to bridge the digital divide and ensure fair access to technology. The article concludes that digitalization is not only an economic process but also a social challenge requiring a comprehensive approach, inclusive policies, and global coordination to ensure the stable development of the world economy.