In the era of digital economy

data elements have become a key production factor driving the innovative application of artificial intelligence technology

and it has a profound impact on the development of intelligent economy. This paper first defines the core connotations and characteristics of data elements and the intelligent economy

then systematically analyzes the three major mechanisms by which data elements drive the development of the intelligent economy

and finally delves into the practical predicaments faced in the current process of data element empowerment

and proposes effective paths to promote the development of intelligent economy from four dimensions: data governance

technological support

element collaboration

and institutional innovation. The research aims to reveal the inherent logic between data elements and the development of intelligent economy

providing theoretical reference and practical guidance for promoting high-quality development of intelligent economy and building new advantages of intelligent economy.