Internet
📱 90% of world's population lives within 4G coverage
The global share of people living within 4G coverage has increased from 44 percent to 90 percent between 2015 and 2023. Sub-Saharan Africa has improved its coverage from 11 percent to 63 percent. Asia has made significant progress from 40 percent to 94 percent coverage in eight years.
📱 Facebook and Instagram algorithms affect user behavior but not their political views
The study found no noticeable effect on political polarization among users. Users' knowledge about the election was not affected by the change in feed algorithm. Self-reported voter turnout remained unchanged despite significant differences in user experience.
📡 Internet everywhere – Starlink Mini – a backpack-sized satellite dish coming this year
The dimensions of the Starlink Mini are about the size of a laptop and it will fit in your backpack. Making it possible to have internet in the most remote places.
👩💻 New studies: No negative mental health impact from internet and social media
Contrary to widespread concerns, recent studies suggest that the global adoption of internet has not led to negative psychological outcomes.
📶 Record number of internet users, two-thirds are now online
5.4 billion people are now online. More than ever before. Growth in internet connectivity is strongest in low-income countries.