This article is authored by Sreevas Sahasranamam, Professor, University of Glasgow Adam Smith Business School; and Judith Ketelslegers, Investor Community & Circular Economy Ecosystem Lead, World Economic Forum.

• Digital commons or digital public goods (DPGs) are shared resources that everyone can access in areas like healthcare, finance and education.
  
  

• Their development is thriving globally but these initiatives require resources – money, infrastructure and skills – to get up and running.
  
  

• Innovative financing solutions are crucial to encourage further development of digital commons and ensure access for all.