Game-Theoretic Analysis of Stakeholder Interests in Open Access Ecosystem

Abstract

Since the 21st century, the rapid development of digital, network, and intelligent technologies has fostered a global consensus on open science. As a core component of open science, open access (OA) is widely regarded as the mainstream for academic information sharing in the future. In recent years, OA has developed rapidly, gradually challenging and partially surpassing the traditional subscription-based publishing model, while simultaneously sparking ongoing debates regarding its advantages, disadvantages, and sustainability. The healthy development of OA depends not only on technological and policy support but also on closely tied to the interplay among various stakeholders. According to stakeholder theory and game theory, this paper analyzes the behavioral patterns and strategies of stakeholders within the OA ecosystem, providing theoretical foundations and practical references for establishing a fair and sustainable OA system.