Digital economy tools as an effective mechanism for innovative development of oil and gas industry enterprises

The article discusses the main tools of digitalization, such as blockchain, digital copies, augmented reality, artificial intelligence, etc., as effective means of stimulating the innovative development of the oil and gas industry. The paper analyzes digital technologies used in oil corporations, describes the advantages of their use, and provides examples of the effects of their implementation. The author's definition of "digital infrastructure" is proposed. The list of problems faced by oil and gas companies during digital transformation is summarized and supplemented, as well as potential solutions are presented.