Multi-sided platforms (MSPs) are becoming increasingly important in contemporary economies. This article analyzes five contributions to this special issue and explores the growth trajectories of MSPs.

The traditional mental health industry has struggled to match reliable demand with trustworthy supply. Emerging digital platforms can solve this problem to a large extent by building network effects.

The development of innovative medical solutions can often come from patients themselves. Multisided platforms can help facilitate the commercialization of innovations by and for patients.

Digital platforms have disrupted many sectors but have not yet visibly transformed highly regulated industries. This study of Big Tech entry in healthcare and education explores how firms have begun to enter systematically and effectively.

MedTech companies have invested in digital healthcare platforms to maintain their competitiveness in the Digital Economy. But successful implementation is heavily dependent on overcoming the challenge of value impedence through dynamic capabilities.

Electric vehicles (EVs) are platform goods because value comes from the vehicle plus complementary providers. Because the charging infrastructure is not mature, it crucial for EV firms to incorporate platform strategies.