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Digital skills, labor market, artificial intelligence, automation, cybersecurity, digital economy, data analytics, remote work, digital divide, economic development, workforce transformation, Uzbekistan.

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THE ROLE OF DIGITAL SKILLS IN THE GLOBAL LABOR MARKET: TRENDS AND IMPLICATIONS. (2025). SYNAPSES: INSIGHTS ACROSS THE DISCIPLINES, 2(4), 191-199. https://www.universalpublishings.com/index.php/siad/article/view/11401

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The global labor market is transforming due to technological advancements, making digital skills essential for employability and economic growth. As industries increasingly rely on automation, artificial intelligence (AI), and data-driven decision-making, workers must adapt to new technological demands to remain competitive. 

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