Digital entrepreneurship: what do we learn from 20 years of research

Thi Cong Minh  Phan; Ngoc Duy Phuong  Nguyen; Minh Duc  Nguyen

doi:10.5281/zenodo.16916364

Thi Cong Minh Phan Van Hien University. Ho Chi Minh City University of Foreign Languages - Information Technology. Vietnam.. https://orcid.org/0009-0009-6713-5456
Ngoc Duy Phuong Nguyen School of Business, International University – Vietnam National University HCMC. Vietnam. https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2407-6440
Minh Duc Nguyen Van Hien University. Vietnam. https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0849-2428

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16916364

Keywords: digital entrepreneurship, Bibliometric analysis, Entrepreneurial behavior, Literature review

Abstract

Over the last two decades, Digital Entrepreneurship (DE) has rapidly emerged as a significant area of study, shaped by advancements in digital technologies and artificial intelligence, alongside transformations in entrepreneurial practices glob- ally. As the field continues to expand, the growing volume of research necessitates a structured evaluation to synthesize key developments and emerging trends. Address- ing this need, this study conducts a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of the field, reviewing 20 years of research (2006–2025) through data extracted from Scopus. The findings provide a structured mapping of research trends, illustrating how DE studies have evolved across different countries. Additionally, the study examines the most in- fluential publications, authors, and journals that have shaped the discourse, shedding light on the academic contributions that drive the field forward. Furthermore, the analysis identifies six emerging research clusters that have gained prominence in recent years: Digital competencies and entrepreneurial behavior, technological innovation, digital entrepreneurial ecosystems, the influence of the pandemic and e-commerce, business models in digital entrepreneurship, and the role of digital platforms & wom- en entrepreneurship. These insights underscore the dynamic and evolving nature of DE research, offering a clearer understanding of its scholarly trajectory and opening new avenues for future exploration.

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