UAE seeks to bolster digital drive as global data market set to hit $243.4b issacjohn@khaleejtimes.com Filed on May 25, 2021 The report said the constant and rapid accumulation of data on smart devices has driven the development of several innovative businesses that are enabled by data. — Supplied photo A new report published by DFF in collaboration with Dubai Economy said the global data economy is on track to become one of the largest economic sectors globally The UAE seeks to power ahead of the competition with its digital innovation and business- friendly data policies as the global data economy is predicted to reach $243.4 billion by 2027.