{"id":10582,"date":"2023-01-30T20:38:45","date_gmt":"2023-01-30T19:38:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/telecomkh.info\/?p=10582"},"modified":"2023-01-30T20:38:45","modified_gmt":"2023-01-30T19:38:45","slug":"5g-technology-is-key-to-closing-the-digital-divide-qualcomm-report","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/telecomkh.info\/?p=10582","title":{"rendered":"5G technology is key to closing the digital divide: Qualcomm report"},"content":{"rendered":"

As it continues to play a major role in the world\u2019s digital transformation, 5G technology also holds the potential to close the digital divide, ushering in a more connected and intelligent tomorrow, Qualcomm Incorporated said in a new white paper<\/strong><\/p>\n

The report \u2013 \u201c5G and the Digital Divide\u201d \u2013 calls for making the closing of the digital divide a top policy priority and explains how, although the divide has been narrowed, it still persists around the world. Getting all stakeholders aligned on unleashing the full potential of 5G technology is key to intelligently connecting everything everywhere, the report states.
\n\u201cQualcomm\u00ae 5G technology has the potential to close the digital divide and create transformational change, particularly for disadvantaged and underserved populations,\u201d said Kirti Gupta, Vice President, Technology & Economic Strategy, Qualcomm Incorporated. \u201cAs a leader in advanced 5G solutions, it is our responsibility to ensure the world understands the importance and potential of this technology. With everyone pulling in the same direction, the world will benefit greatly from the widespread implementation of 5G mobile and FWA technology.\u201d
\nThe digital divide refers to inequalities in access to and use of high-speed internet and other digital technologies.<\/p>\n

The digital divide is the new face of inequality, and 37% of the world\u2019s population still remains offline (Source: Measuring Digital Development \u2013 Facts and Figures 2021, International Telecommunication Union). The three principal factors behind the digital divide are:
\n\u2022 The lack of internet connectivity where people live, work, or learn,
\n\u2022 The lack of affordability, and
\n\u2022 The lack of digital skills to navigate the connected world.<\/p>\n

5G technology, including mobile and fixed broadband solutions, can alleviate these issues. 5G is paving the way to faster mobile broadband speeds and more reliable connections, benefiting those in less developed economies with limited fixed infrastructure, where mobile is the main source of connectivity and plays a key role in economic growth. 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA), or 5G home internet service, has become an alternative to fiber for fixed broadband, because it is a highly affordable solution for households and businesses due to lower deployment costs and increased market competition.
\n5G FWA will close the digital divide by reducing costs and improving coverage, capacity, and speed. According to the report, if 5G FWA is fully deployed by 2032, global GDP will increase by $3.3 trillion, with middle- and low-income economies seeing their GDP per capita increase by 5% or more. This will provide 850 million people with access to high-speed internet at home for the first time.<\/p>\n

Other benefits of using 5G mobile and FWA technology to close the digital divide include:
\n\u2022 Expanding education access and outcomes,
\n\u2022 Improving efficiency and reach of public services and policies,
\n\u2022 Expanding access to health care services and information,
\n\u2022 Improving financial inclusion and reducing financial transaction costs, and
\n\u2022 Generating environmental benefits, such as accelerating the deployment of smart energy devices in rural areas.<\/p>\n

Above, Kirti Gupta, Vice President, Technology & Economic Strategy, Qualcomm Incorporated \/ Image credited to Qualcomm<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

As it continues to play a major role in the world\u2019s digital transformation, 5G technology also holds the potential to close the digital divide, ushering in a more connected and intelligent tomorrow, Qualcomm Incorporated said in a new white paper The report \u2013 \u201c5G and the Digital Divide\u201d \u2013 calls for making the closing of … <\/p>\n

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