India’s Digital Economy Status 2026 Report
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- Context: The report titled ‘India’s Digital Economy Status 2026’ was released by the ICRIER-Prosus Centre for Internet and Digital Economy.
- This report evaluates the digital and Artificial Intelligence (AI)-related activities of 71 countries.
Key Findings
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- India has emerged as the 5th most digitized economy in the world.
- In the ‘CHIPS-AI Index,’ India ranks 4th globally, following the United States, China, and Singapore.
- India’s global digital economy ranking has advanced from the 8th position held in 2025 to secure the 5th position in 2026.
India’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) Achievements
- India outperforms several developed economies, including Germany, France, Japan, the United Kingdom, and Canada.
- India stands as the country with the second-largest Artificial Intelligence (AI) talent pool in the world.
- This report recognizes India as an emerging global AI superpower.
Global AI Trends
- Approximately 72% of global AI users are currently located in developing nations.
- Together, India and China account for nearly two-fifths of global AI usage.
- Among all major technologies in history, ‘Generative AI’ has witnessed the fastest adoption rate.
Digital Economy Performance
- India has generated approximately $328 billion worth of trade digitally.
- The factors driving this robust growth are: Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), expanding internet connectivity, a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem, and a skilled digital workforce.
The Emerging Global Digital Order
- Three of the world’s top five digital economies belong to the Indo-Pacific region: China, Singapore, and India.
- This report highlights the emergence of a tripartite digital order, standing alongside the traditional North Atlantic digital powers.
