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Before submission, please carefully read this guide to ensure your manuscript meets our requirements and standards.

1. Journal Introduction and Coverage

Journal Mission

Journal of Intelligent Technologies in Digital Economy (JITDE) adheres to the core philosophy of “Digital Intelligence Empowering High-Quality Economic Development.” The journal is committed to publishing cutting‑edge research that advances the deep integration of intelligent technologies, data elements, and the real economy, supporting interdisciplinary innovation and the construction of a modern economic system.

Aims and Scope

JITDE welcomes high‑quality interdisciplinary submissions focused on the digital economy and intelligent technologies, including but not limited to the following topics:

  • Intelligent Algorithms and Economic Forecasting: Novel algorithm design, market prediction, risk modeling, and macroeconomic analysis driven by artificial intelligence and machine learning.
  • Data Element Value and Allocation: Data valuation, pricing mechanisms, trading systems, and the economic impact of data as a core production factor.
  • Digital Platforms and Business Optimization: Platform governance, architecture design, business process reengineering, and intelligent transformation of industrial operations.
  • Big Data Analytics and Decision Support: Large‑scale data mining, knowledge extraction, and intelligent decision systems for economic and social management.
  • Intelligent Financial Technology and Systems: AI‑driven fintech applications, algorithmic trading, risk control, robo‑advisory, and financial system innovation.
  • Industrial Digital Transformation Evaluation: Effect measurement, performance assessment, and impact analysis of digitalization in various industries.
  • AI and Big Data for Social Governance: Intelligent applications in urban governance, public services, policy formulation, and social risk management.
  • Digital Economy Theory and Policy: Theoretical innovation, institutional analysis, forward‑looking policy research, and development prospects of the digital economy.

2. Article Type and Writing Requirements

To support the dissemination of diverse research outputs, JITDE accepts multiple manuscript types. Authors are encouraged to select the most appropriate category based on the nature and contribution of their work.

Research Article

Presents complete, original research with reliable data, rigorous methodology, and substantial novelty capable of advancing disciplinary knowledge. Findings must be unpublished and conclusions fully supported by evidence.

  • Word Limit: 4,000–8,000 words
  • Figures and Tables: up to 8 (grouped charts count as 1)
  • Appendix: detailed methods, raw data, supplementary analyses, and supporting materials
  • Structure: Title - Abstract - Keywords - Introduction - Methods - Results - Discussion and Conclusion - References

Review Article

Provides systematic, critical, and forward‑looking reviews of global progress, emerging trends, challenges, and future directions in digital economy and intelligent technology research. Reviews should synthesize authoritative literature and offer clear guidance for researchers and practitioners.

  • Word Limit: 5,000–8,000 words
  • Figures and Tables: up to 6
  • Appendix: literature search strategies, included study lists, and supplementary summaries
  • Structure: Title - Abstract - Keywords - Introduction - Main body - Future perspective - Conclusion - Acknowledgements - References

Editorial

Presents authoritative perspectives, insights, or viewpoints on important disciplinary topics, policies, or technological trends. A strong editorial clarifies core ideas, stimulates academic discussion, and guides field development.

  • Word Limit: 800–1,500 words
  • Figures and Tables: generally not included
  • Appendix: generally not included
  • Structure: Title - Body - References

Short Communication

For rapid dissemination of highly innovative preliminary findings, novel methods, or breakthrough discoveries with clear application potential in the digital economy. Emphasis is placed on brevity and core contributions.

  • Word Limit: 2,000–3,000 words
  • Figures and Tables: up to 4
  • Appendix: generally not included; simplified supplements allowed if necessary
  • Structure: Title - Abstract - Keywords - Introduction - Methods - Results and Discussion - Conclusion - References

Commentary

Written by leading experts to offer original, forward‑looking, and policy‑relevant insights on major events, technological breakthroughs, policies, or academic debates in intelligent technology and the digital economy.

  • Word Limit: 1,500–2,500 words
  • Figures and Tables: up to 2
  • Appendix: generally not included
  • Structure: Title - Abstract - Keywords - Introduction - Main body - Outlook and suggestions - References

Industry Updates

Reports timely, accurate, and concise information on new technologies, products, policies, standards, projects, industry‑academia‑research cooperation, market applications, and industrialization trends in the digital economy.

  • Word Limit: 500–1,000 words
  • Figures and Tables: 1–2 images permitted if necessary
  • Appendix: generally not included
  • Structure: Title - Body - References

Letter to Editor

Provides constructive comments, questions, or supplements on recently published papers, or offers concise insights on academic hotspots and debates. Content must be academically rigorous, polite, and objective.

  • Word Limit: 1,500–2,500 words
  • Figures and Tables: generally not included
  • Appendix: generally not included
  • Structure: Title - Abstract - Keywords - Body - References

3. Submission Guide

Authors may submit manuscripts via the JITDE online submission system: https://srp.icjn.net/login.

Submission status can be checked anytime under “My Submissions” after logging in.

For inquiries, contact: jitde@icjn.net

Please complete the following checklist before submission.

Author Checklist

Cover Letter:

  • Manuscript title, article type, and submission type (new or revised).
  • 3–5 concise sentences summarizing key findings (highlights).
  • Confirmation that all authors approve submission.
  • Statement that the manuscript is unpublished and not under consideration elsewhere.
  • Declaration of permission for all copyrighted materials used.
  • Confirmation that the manuscript complies with the word count limit.
  • Conflict of interest statement.
  • Main Manuscript: Full text, figures, tables, references, and all required statements including ethics approval, data availability, funding, conflict of interest, and AI disclosure.
  • Supplementary Materials (if applicable): Additional data, code, figures, or methods not essential to the main text; all materials are peer reviewed.
  • Author Profile: Name, affiliation, email, and brief biography (100–150 words) including research interests and representative achievements.
  • At least one author must provide a valid ORCID.

Text and Image Abstract

A graphical abstract visually summarizes the core content of the manuscript and must be consistent with the main text. It must not include portraits, national symbols, trademarks, or copyrighted images without permission.

Keep it concise, avoid repetition, and exclude titles or captions. Size should be within one‑third of A4 paper.

Requirements:

  • Clarity: High resolution, no blurring or distortion
  • Format: .jpg or .tif, 300 dpi
  • File: Upload separately, not embedded in Word
  • Copyright: Third‑party content requires written permission

Manuscript Format and Structure (First Submission)

Insert figures and tables close to their first mention. Include continuous line numbers and page numbers. The manuscript must follow this order:

  1. Title: Title, authors, affiliations, addresses, corresponding author email
  2. Abstract: 200–300 words, structured; no references
  3. Keywords: Up to 8
  4. Introduction: Background, motivation, gaps, objectives
  5. Methods: Reproducible procedures, statistics, ethics approval
  6. Results: Objective presentation, clear figures and tables
  7. Discussion: Interpretation, comparison, limitations, implications
  8. Conclusion: Concise summary of core contributions
  9. Supplementary Sections: Author contributions, data availability, funding, COI, AI disclosure, acknowledgments, references

4. Authorship and Contribution Statement

Authorship

All authors must meet all four criteria:

  • Substantial contributions to conception, design, data collection, analysis, or interpretation
  • Drafting or critically revising intellectual content
  • Final approval of the published version
  • Agreement to be accountable for all aspects of the work

Individuals providing only funding, technical support, or administrative services are not eligible for authorship.

Corresponding Author Responsibilities

The corresponding author is the primary contact throughout review and publication. Responsibilities include managing communication, ensuring document completeness, verifying author approval, responding to post‑publication inquiries, and overseeing academic integrity. The corresponding author bears ultimate responsibility for ethical and scholarly standards.

Author Contribution

Authors are strongly encouraged to use the CRediT taxonomy to clearly specify individual contributions. All authors must satisfy the authorship criteria listed above.

5. Data Availability Statement

To ensure transparency and reproducibility, authors must include a clear data availability statement. Select one of the following templates:

1. Fully open data (recommended)

The datasets generated and/or analyzed during this study are available in [repository name], with the identifier: [DOI/accession number].

2. Data available on request

De‑identified data may be obtained from the corresponding author following ethical approval and a data use agreement.

3. Code availability

The code used in this study is available at [repository link/DOI].

4. Restricted data

Data are unavailable due to [privacy, confidentiality, ongoing study]. Eligible researchers may contact the corresponding author for further information.

6. Research Ethics

Human Research Ethics

Studies involving human participants must comply with the Declaration of Helsinki and relevant institutional ethics requirements.

  • Ethics Approval: Committee name, approval number, and date
  • Informed Consent: Written consent from participants
  • Privacy Protection: Full anonymization of personal data

Animal Research Ethics

All animal experiments must adhere to the 3Rs principles (Replacement, Reduction, Refinement) and the ARRIVE 2.0 guidelines. Approval from the Animal Ethics Committee (IACUC) is mandatory, with the committee name, approval number, and approval date specified in the manuscript.

7. Funding Statement

Include a dedicated funding section before references. List full sponsor names and grant numbers. Example:

This work was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 72172010) and the European Research Council (Grant No. ERC-2020-AdG-101021417).

8. Conflict of Interest

All authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest, including employment, consultancies, stock ownership, funding, patents, or other relationships that may affect impartiality. If no conflict exists, state that explicitly.

9. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy

JITDE follows COPE guidelines for AI tools. To maintain academic integrity:

For Authors

AI use for language polishing does not require disclosure. If AI contributes to data analysis, experimental design, or content generation, this must be declared. Authors remain fully responsible for accuracy, originality, and validity. Falsification or alteration of data is prohibited.

For Editors and Reviewers

Unapproved AI tools must not be used to process manuscripts or reviews. Misuse may result in disqualification from future peer review.

10. Acknowledgements

Acknowledge funding sources and individuals who contributed to the work but do not qualify for authorship.

11. Reference Format

References must be public, recent, and relevant. Unpublished materials are not allowed. Citations are numbered [1][2]. Examples:

  • Journal Article:
    Wang L, Zhang J, Li Y. Deep learning for stock volatility forecasting with sentiment analysis. Journal of Financial Economics. 2023;45(2):301-315.
  • Report:
    World Economic Forum. The Future of Jobs Report 2025. Geneva: WEF; 2025.
  • Journal:
    Chen X, Liu H. Data-driven traffic optimization via reinforcement learning. IEEE Transactions on Intelligent Transportation Systems. 2024;25(3):2100-2112.
  • Book:
    Acemoglu D, Restrepo P. Power and Progress: Our Thousand-Year Struggle over Technology and Prosperity. PublicAffairs; 2022.
  • Conference:
    Kim S, Park J. Transformer-based macroeconomic forecasting. In: NeurIPS 2023; New Orleans, USA.
  • Website:
    The World Bank. World Development Report 2025: Digital Dividends. 2025. https://www.worldbank.org/en/publication/wdr2025.
  • Preprint:
    Kumar A, Gupta R. Generative AI and labor productivity: Firm-level evidence. arXiv:2501.12345. 2025.

12. Open Access and Copyright Policy

JITDE is a fully open access journal. All articles are freely available globally upon publication.

  • Copyright: Authors retain full copyright.
  • License: CC BY 4.0. Users may copy and distribute with proper attribution.

Advantages of Open Access

  • Higher visibility and citation impact
  • Free global access without subscription
  • Reduced redundant research
  • Broader indexing and discoverability
  • Accelerated scientific and technological innovation
  • Enhanced journal influence

13. Academic Misconduct and Its Handling

JITDE maintains strict publishing ethics. Allegations of misconduct including plagiarism, data falsification, and duplicate publication will be investigated following COPE guidelines.

  • Similarity Check: Overall similarity < 20%. Manuscripts exceeding this must be revised.
  • Investigation: The journal will contact authors, institutions, and experts as needed to ensure fairness and objectivity.

14. Preprint Policy

JITDE allows preprint deposition on platforms such as arXiv and SSRN before submission, during review, or after acceptance. Preprints must clearly note submission to JITDE and shall not replace the final published version.