BEDSL Shines at ICDEc 2026 with a Strong Academic Presence

The Business Economics Data Science Lab (BEDSL) had a particularly outstanding presence at the 11th International Conference on Digital Economy (ICDEc 2026), held in Tallinn, Estonia, where it not only took part actively in the conference’s scientific sessions but also received a new academic distinction that reinforces its international profile in the field of digital economy.

The team celebrated the Best Paper Award for the second consecutive year, a recognition that highlights the continuity, strength, and quality of its research line. This award once again places BEDSL in a leading position within a major international conference that brings together researchers and specialists from different sectors to discuss digital economy, business innovation, and emerging technologies.

During the first day of ICDEc 2026, the BEDSL team participated in the conference’s academic sessions, presenting research results and comparing methodological approaches with specialists from a range of institutions. This setting made it possible not only to showcase the work developed by the lab, but also to receive valuable feedback and open up new opportunities for scientific collaboration.

The second day was marked by further academic debate and continued exchange with the research community attending the conference. Throughout the day, the team continued to strengthen its network of contacts, explore future synergies, and increase the visibility of its work on digital transformation, business innovation, and data-driven economic analysis.

Overall, BEDSL’s participation in ICDEc 2026 confirms its ability to compete with high-level proposals in international research forums and consolidates its position as a leading actor in the study of digital economy. The award obtained, together with the quality of its presence at the conference, also reflects the steady growth of its scientific output and its integration into highly specialized academic networks.