Report Type: State of Broadband Report

State of Broadband 2023

The 2023 State of Broadband Report, Digital Connectivity: A Transformative Opportunity, examines the shift from supply-driven to demand-driven communication access, providing insights into the financing and funding considerations required to support the next stage of connectivity for digital transformation

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Addressing the Post-Pandemic Missing Links​​

Addressing the Post-Pandemic Missing Links​ State of Broadband 2022 Report: Home Executive Summary The Broadband Landscape: The New Normal Addressing the Post-Pandemic Missing Links Conclusions: Policy Recommendations Full report Key Messages Promotional Toolkit Commissioner Insights Drawing from the analysis carried out in the previous chapters, this chapter examines approaches that

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State of Broadband 2022 – Executive Summary

The importance of broadband connectivity was brought into sharp focus with COVID-19. The pandemic accelerated the uptake of broadband and the adoption of digital services by individuals and businesses, the digitalization of governmental services and spread of e-commerce. Evidence suggests that much of this will be sustained post-pandemic with consequences for the design and quality of broadband networks.

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Conclusion: Policy Recommendations​

Conclusion: Policy Recommendations State of Broadband 2022 Report: Home Executive Summary The Broadband Landscape: The New Normal Addressing the Post-Pandemic Missing Links Conclusions: Policy Recommendations Full report Key Messages Promotional Toolkit Commissioner Insights Quarantine measures due to COVID-19 resulted in an acceleration in the adoption of digital services and in

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The Broadband Landscape: The New Normal​

The Broadband Landscape: The New Normal State of Broadband 2022 Report: Home Executive Summary The Broadband Landscape: The New Normal Addressing the Post-Pandemic Missing Links Conclusions: Policy Recommendations Full report Key Messages Promotional Toolkit Commissioner Insights This chapter provides an overview of the latest trends in digital connectivity, including access,

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The State of Broadband 2021: People Centred Approaches for Universal Broadband

Despite progress on Internet access and adoption, more effort is needed to ensure success and concrete movement towards the global 2030 targets. Additional investment and inclusive, open partnerships can advance progress towards universal broadband – which in turn will accelerate economic growth, help alleviate poverty, impact social development, and address

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The State of Broadband 2020: Tackling Digital Inequalities

This year’s State of Broadband Report reflects the realities of 2020 as the world has confronted a global pandemic that has disrupted Global and local economies, healthcare systems, education and most pertinently brought to the forefront the crucial role that broadband plays in connecting the world and keeping societies strong

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The State of Broadband 2018: Broadband Catalyzing Sustainable Development

The State of Broadband 2018: Broadband for Catalyzing Sustainable Development report was released on 11  September 2018 during the ITU Telecom event in Durban, South Africa.  The State of Broadband annual report is a unique global snapshot of broadband network access and affordability, with country-by-country data measuring broadband access against new advocacy targets set by

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The State of Broadband 2017: Broadband Catalyzing Sustainable Development

The State of Broadband 2017: Broadband for Catalyzing Sustainable Development report was released on 14  September 2017 in Geneva. The State of Broadband annual report is a unique global snapshot of broadband network access and affordability, with country-by-country data measuring broadband access against key advocacy targets set by the Commission in 2011. The report highlights

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The State of Broadband 2016: Broadband Catalyzing Sustainable Development

This report provides an update on progress towards the global targets of the ITU/UNESCO Broadband Commission for Sustainable Development and showcases the research and thought leadership of the Broadband Commission. It also provides a global snapshot of where the telecommunication/ICT industry stands with regards to fixed and mobile broadband deployment,

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The State of Broadband 2014: Broadband for All

The Broadband Commission for Digital Development aims to promote the adoption of effective broadband policies and practices for achieving development goals, so everyone can benefit from the advantages offered by broadband. Through this Report, the Broadband Commission seeks to raise awareness and enhance understanding of the importance of broadband networks,

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The State of Broadband 2013​​: Universalizing Broadband

Published in September 2013, this report explores how and when everyone can be connected to broadband Internet and urges all stakeholders to work together towards a common vision to achieve universal broadband in the converged broadband environment.​ T​he State of Broadband is a unique global snapshot of broadband network access and affordability, with

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The State of Broadband 2011: ​A Platform for Progress

Published in June 2011, presenting country case studies and containing information on financing models, returns on investment, technology choices and strategies for deployment across a range of different types of economies. ​The report, entitled Broadband: A Platform for Progress, argues: “To optimize the benefits to society, broadband should be coordinated

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