Forbes August 12, 2024
Lori Adams and David Eckard

From the way we learn, work, and shop to how we stay entertained and access critical services like banking, healthcare, and more, our lives are increasingly digitalized. Yet 2.6 billion people — about one-third of the world’s population — still lack the connectivity needed to access digital experiences and opportunities. Many live in rural or remote regions that remain underserved despite the rapid growth of the Internet over the last thirty years.

Bridging this digital divide is a challenge, but one worth taking on — and the time to act is now. As remote work opportunities grow and technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) continue to evolve and open new possibilities, those caught in the digital divide will be left further...

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