The book provides an up-to-date, comprehensive, and critical explanation of digital commons in China.

It aims to reshape the theoretical discussion of digital commons, stressing the significance of digital mode of production and power division structure between government and digital platforms—both characters shed light on how China has developed its digital economy and maintained a relatively innovative cyberspace during the past 20 years. This book could serve as a foundational analysis for future studies on China’s Internet.

The book will appeal to scholars, entrepreneurs, and policymakers interested in digital commons, governance of cyberspace, and China’s political economy.