2 tech trends that will shape networks and the future of connectivity Connectivity will only evolve with the 6G era that can help the world reach the demanding targets of the “carbon law” and Paris Agreement to halve emissions every decade Two significant trends are expected to drive future developments in connectivity: human augmentation and digital-physical fusion
Why the idea of connectivity credits is gaining momentum Internet connectivity is often a confusing tangle of regulations, technologies, political interests, and stark disparities A connectivity credits marketplace can help pay for performance and correct those disparities It can also lower the cost of capital for small companies connecting the hardest-to-reach areas
How digital connectivity can empower MSMEs | World Economic Forum Digital connectivity has significant benefits for MSMEs, fostering access to markets and resilience, and promoting new entrepreneurial ventures As cited in the report, 85% of enterprises using digital technologies said they increased sales as a result and 81% said the digital technologies helped them cut costs
About 2. 5 billion people lack internet access: How connectivity can . . . While connectivity and digital literacy are essential foundations, children in school today also need to develop the kinds of high-level digital skills that will ensure their success An understanding of programming and coding, for example, is known to encourage underrepresented groups to pursue advanced ICT education and enter STEM fields
This why telecommunications is critical for AI for good | World . . . Mobile connectivity, as the primary mode of connection, enables efficient data transmission with high-speed, low-latency connections It also fortifies global resilience against the disruptions of natural disasters and cyber threats, empowering societies for a better tomorrow
Why connectivity is essential for sustainable globalization | World . . . As an East-West Connector, HKEX and Hong Kong are well-positioned to provide enhanced connectivity and creativity in the capital markets - the vital tools needed to connect capital with carbon transition opportunities for resilient and sustainable growth in today’s fast-evolving world
Why businesses will drive the next evolution in global connectivity Connectivity to power global growth Together with the desire for new and innovative services, there is a pressing need to increase connectivity and start driving economic expansion as the world emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic 5G will undoubtedly play a significant role in addressing these needs but it cannot do so in a vacuum
Discover what needs to be done to close the digital divide | World . . . Connectivity is fundamental, but it’s not the only thing needed to close the digital divide Digital skills training is the key that unlocks the potential connectivity holds To enable everyone to engage with our societies, creating opportunities for everyone to gain skills and reskill must be a priority for all sectors and leaders
How to improve digital inclusion with the power of mobile connectivity Today, more people are connected and more industries are interconnected through mobile, as we have moved from an era of simple connectivity to one of meaningful connectivity Mobile network data traffic grew by 42% between Q3 2020 and Q3 2021 and, as we emerge from the pandemic, digitization is being fast tracked across all sectors
How to connect 1 billion people, and other lessons from the EDISON . . . In 2021, the EDISON Alliance was launched to accelerate digital inclusion, uniting public and private leaders to tackle long-standing barriers: access, affordability and usability The initiative highlighted connectivity’s transformative power in critical sectors like healthcare, education and finance, aiming to create lasting impact