#digital-divide

#digital-divide

Federal and state programs have rightly prioritized reaching remote areas, building towers, and upgrading last-mile delivery. But access doesn't guarantee uptake.

"Many Tribal governments are interested in having more ownership over telecom networks and are exploring different approaches, ranging from full ownership of infrastructure to partnerships with private entities such as ISPs or even creating a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) model," wrote Ookla editorial director Sue Marek.

I'm committed to working toward a long-term solution for the Universal Service Fund and the communications services it supports. With our comment portal now open, I look forward to reviewing feedback with the goal of closing the digital divide for unserved and underserved communities across America.

The digital divide is morphing into something far more insidious, impacting equity and access in higher education while highlighting the significant automation gap.

The research reveals a stark contrast in smartphone ownership among Irish eight-year-olds, with more than half from less advantaged areas owning one, compared to 22% from middle-class backgrounds.