Recent statistics from Panama suggest the country is greatly expanding the range of its internet coverage. Figures from the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) show close to a 10% increase in internet access in the country between 2008 and 2010 with curent data showing 42.75 internet users per 100 inhabitants. (more…)
Archive for August, 2011
Panama’s Internet Network undergoes expansions
Recent research reveals BRIC nations still suffer from digital divide
A recent study by risk analysis firm Maplecroft has revealed that whilst undergoing continuous development, the BRIC nations are still finding difficulties in bridging the digital divide.
The study attempted to find levels of digital inclusion, that is, the ability within the countries to access and use information technologies. Results showed India lying in the extreme risk category, showing a severe lack of digital inclusion within the country. Brazil, Russia, and China were all placed in the medium risk categories. This is despite higher than average growth rates over the past decade for these countries.
However, recent plans in India to increase access to information technologies, such as expanding access to 3G networks across the country could see a narrowing of the digital divide. Whether such services are affordable on a wide scale remains to be seen.
Tags: BRICs, Digital divide, internet
