DIGITAL ECONOMY AND ENGLISH" - THE ROLE OF ENGLISH IN IT, FINTECH AND ONLINE ECONOMIC PLATFORMS
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.65164/v05n8s68Keywords:
Digital economy; English language; IT; Fintech; online platforms; global communication; professional competence; language in technology.Abstract
This study aims to analyze the role of English language in the digital economy,
focusing on its significance in IT, Fintech, and online economic platforms. The objective is to
investigate how English proficiency influences professional communication, technical knowledge
acquisition, and participation in global digital markets. The research employs a mixed-methods
approach, combining qualitative analysis of digital platform content and quantitative surveys among
IT and Fintech professionals. Data were collected from online learning resources, global platforms
such as GitHub, Upwork, and digital financial services, and through questionnaires targeting
university students and industry specialists. The findings indicate that English is essential for
understanding technical documentation, coding languages, Fintech operations, and global online
business transactions. Proficiency in English directly correlates with the ability to access advanced
technological tools, participate in international collaborations, and enhance employability in the
digital economy. This study contributes to digital economy literature by linking language competence
with economic participation. It emphasizes the communicative function of English as a key enabler
of knowledge transfer, innovation adoption, and cross-border business in the context of digital
transformation.
Implications for Practitioners/Policy: The study highlights the necessity of integrating English
language training into IT and Fintech education. Policymakers and academic institutions should
develop programs that combine language skills with technical competencies to prepare students and
professionals for the global digital market. The research focuses primarily on English in digital
economy contexts and may not fully capture regional language variations or multilingual platforms.
Future studies could extend this research by exploring comparative impacts of multiple languages on
digital economic participation.
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