The World Needs a Digital Lifeline
With the world facing multiple crises, policymakers need to mobilize digital connectivity to improve the daily welfare of the most vulnerable people. But innovation is moving so fast that many officials, especially in developing countries, are finding it hard to keep up.
WASHINGTON, DC – In periods of crisis, digital technologies provide a lifeline that keeps people, communities, and businesses functioning. From the COVID-19 pandemic to violent conflicts and natural disasters, being connected has allowed us to continue working, learning, and communicating.