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A report estimates that $3.5 trillion in economic value is being lost or left untapped because of the global digital divide, the gap between those with access to digital technology and connectivity and those without. The figure highlights how billions of people remain offline, restricting economic participation and growth, particularly in developing regions.
- 2GLXY Stock Rises But Retail Traders Remain Bearish▼GLXY Stock Gains, But Retail Traders Stay Bearish Despite AI Data Center Progress
Shares of Galaxy Digital (GLXY) are gaining ground as the company makes progress on its AI data center ambitions, but retail traders are still taking a bearish view of the stock. The divide between the stock's upward move and souring retail sentiment is drawing attention, with investors questioning whether the AI data center push can sustain gains.
- 3900 rural New Mexico student households gain high-speed internet●900 rural New Mexico student households get connected to high-speed internet
Around 900 student households in rural New Mexico have been connected to high-speed internet, according to KRQE. The expansion aims to close the digital divide for students in remote areas, giving families reliable access for online learning and schoolwork. Efforts to expand broadband access across rural New Mexico have been a priority for state and federal programs in recent years.
- 4Xfinity expands high-speed internet to 2,300 rural homes in Clay▼Xfinity brings high-speed, reliable internet to more than 2,300 rural homes in Clay
Xfinity has expanded its high-speed internet network to reach more than 2,300 additional homes in rural Clay County, bringing reliable broadband service to areas that previously lacked it. The rollout is part of ongoing efforts to close the digital divide in underserved rural communities, giving residents better access to work, school and online services.
- 5Broadband projects bring internet to nearly 900 rural student households▼Nearly 900 student rural households have access to internet thanks to broadband projects
Nearly 900 rural households with school-age students now have internet access as a result of broadband expansion projects. The initiative is aimed at closing the digital divide so students in remote areas can participate in online learning and access educational resources. Officials point to the milestone as evidence that infrastructure funding is reaching underserved communities.