Digital Inclusion stories - Page 3

BDx Indonesia and NeutraDC launch phase one of an interconnected IX ecosystem, boosting internet resilience and digital transformation across Indonesia.

Graham Walsh from Neat has shared insights on how the company's AI-powered video tech is revolutionising global collaboration.

Dr Parwinder Kaur was named Achiever of the Year at the 33rd INCITE Awards, celebrating Western Australia's foremost tech innovations and leaders.

A new initiative by The Benevolent Society and WorkVentures aims to enhance digital literacy for people with disabilities, providing free laptops and internet access.

Equinix reveals its 2023 sustainability report, detailing ESG achievements and reiterating its goal for 100% renewable energy by 2030 amid heightened global data needs.

The Connectivity Innovation Network's inaugural whitepaper explores challenges and innovative solutions to achieving ubiquitous connectivity across Australia, particularly in rural regions.

DPA warns incoming UK government of escalating digital poverty, with an estimated 19 million, including one in seven adults and one in five children, suffering from the issue.

Telehouse's significant donation of 40 laptops to Tower Hamlets' voluntary organisations adds to local digital inclusion, aiding improved online learning experiences and operational efficiency.

Bupa UK seeks to enhance digital inclusivity for its 45 million customers, using Nexer Digital's expertise for full compliance with the upcoming European Accessibility Act in 2025.

Indonesian digital finance platform JULO achieves over USD $120 million in annual recurring revenue, adds a 50% rise in loan disbursement and records breakeven point, underpinning its mission of financial inclusion.

Renowned British business leader, Sir Peter Rigby, is appointed honorary chair of Aston University's new Digital Futures Institute, offering expertise and connections to foster digital inclusion and innovation.

'Accessing Connection' report by ILGA World unveils the extensive digital divide faced by the global LGBTI community, as they grapple with issues impacting digital inclusion.

Baby Rajaram Bokale's bedtime readings make a wider social impact in India, training AI in overlooked languages and gaining key financial knowledge through a Karya initiative.

The auDA Foundation issues 15 grants, each worth $40,000, for projects enhancing digital inclusion and innovation targeting various demographics, including rural communities, people with disabilities, and Indigenous Australians.

Cisco surpasses its goal of positively affecting one billion lives globally through its technology, a year ahead of schedule.

auDA details its dedication to securing a reliable .au domain amid an increased demand from Australians in its 2022-23 report.

National Blindness Awareness Month shines a spotlight on digital exclusion, affecting over 2 million visually impaired UK internet users.

The partnership will ensure a more robust financial ecosystem in Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, by helping the population access the digital economy.

Mastercard has partnered with Vodafone Fiji to provide a new way of paying in-store and online, both at home and abroad, with the launch of M-PAiSA Mastercard.

The biggest controversy around AI is whether it can actually learn or if it only does what it is programmed to do. So far, the answer is 'yes and no.'.