A report from GSMA found that 40% of people remain offline despite mobile internet coverage reaching 95% of the globe. The reasons for this are multifaceted, and the consequences are wide-reaching.
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Virgin Media O2 is teaming up with the Good Things Foundation to improve the UK workforce's digital skills. It said workers were missing out on billions of pounds in wages due to a skills gap.
The UK has unveiled a new Digital Strategy to ensure it becomes a tech superpower in the coming years. It emphasises a low regulation regime and closing the digital skills gaps that exist.
Sky has launched a new programme called Sky Up which will help under 25's and over 65's get connected to the internet. It wants these groups confident enough to benefit from the net.
Vodafone has teamed up with Udemy to offer a range of discounted digital courses for small businesses. The courses are self-paced and cover a wide range of material with something for everyone.
Google has launched Grow with Google OnAir, an online version of a similarly named offline program it has been running since 2017. The offering helps people learn new digital skills for free.
Microsoft has highlighted some of its programs that have been deployed to support and empower refugees. The company has also announce a couple of new initiatives for the same purpose.
Facebook is bringing its Community Boost programme to the European Union to help individuals and businesses learn the digital skills they need. The programme was announced for the U.S. last year.
