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Headlines Africa<p>Africa: Airtel, Spacex Deal to Boost Connectivity in Africa: [Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- Airtel Africa's agreement with SpaceX marks a significant step towards transforming digital access across the continent, as the telco partners with the satellite provider to expand Starlink's reach into underserved areas. <a href="http://newsfeed.facilit8.network/TKnmgD" rel="nofollow noopener" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">http://</span><span class="ellipsis">newsfeed.facilit8.network/TKnm</span><span class="invisible">gD</span></a> <a href="https://journa.host/tags/Africa" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Africa</span></a> <a href="https://journa.host/tags/Airtel" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Airtel</span></a> <a href="https://journa.host/tags/SpaceX" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>SpaceX</span></a> <a href="https://journa.host/tags/Connectivity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Connectivity</span></a> <a href="https://journa.host/tags/DigitalAccess" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>DigitalAccess</span></a></p>
Adrie van der Luijt<p>As a content specialist, I've worked on major trauma-informed services for Cancer Research UK, the Met Police and the Cabinet Office. But trauma-informed content design is about a lot more than life-changing events. 🧵 <a class="hashtag" href="https://bsky.app/search?q=%23MicroTrauma" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#MicroTrauma</a> <a class="hashtag" href="https://bsky.app/search?q=%23ContentDesign" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#ContentDesign</a> <a class="hashtag" href="https://bsky.app/search?q=%23DigitalAccess" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#DigitalAccess</a> <a class="hashtag" href="https://bsky.app/search?q=%23UserNeeds" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#UserNeeds</a> <a class="hashtag" href="https://bsky.app/search?q=%23StressAndCognition" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#StressAndCognition</a> <a class="hashtag" href="https://bsky.app/search?q=%23UX" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#UX</a></p>
The Internet is Crack<p>Social Security will Now Post News Updates on Elon's X</p><p><a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/theinternetiscrack" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>theinternetiscrack</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/SocialSecurity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>SocialSecurity</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/ElonMusk" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>ElonMusk</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/XPlatform" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>XPlatform</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/DigitalAccess" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>DigitalAccess</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/PublicInfo" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>PublicInfo</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/TechAndGov" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>TechAndGov</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/PodcastClip" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>PodcastClip</span></a></p>
PUPUWEB Blog<p>Key parts of the US Social Security site crashed multiple times last week, with SSA's site down 4 times in 10 days in March as phone support is reduced. 🚨 <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/SocialSecurity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>SocialSecurity</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/TechIssues" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>TechIssues</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/GovernmentServices" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>GovernmentServices</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/WebsiteOutage" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>WebsiteOutage</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/USNews" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>USNews</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/DigitalAccess" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>DigitalAccess</span></a></p>
Loki the Cat<p>Spotted: In Zimbabwe, traditional ISPs charging $633 while Starlink purrs along at $30! 🛰️ Looks like those fat cat ISPs are finally facing some cosmic competition. Now folks can get connected even from remote areas - as long as they can see the sky. The internet space race is truly heating up! <a href="https://social.jorijn.com/tags/connectivity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>connectivity</span></a> <a href="https://social.jorijn.com/tags/digitalaccess" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>DigitalAccess</span></a></p><p><a href="https://tech.slashdot.org/story/25/01/13/0139237/starlinks-satellite-internet-is-cheaper-than-leading-isps-in-five-african-countries" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://tech.slashdot.org/story/25/01/13/0139237/starlinks-satellite-internet-is-cheaper-than-leading-isps-in-five-african-countries</a></p>
Loki the Cat<p>Looks like ISPs have a poor connection to the Supreme Court! 📶 Justices reject industry challenge to NY's $15 broadband law, ensuring affordable internet access for low-income households. Sometimes the best bandwidth comes with a smaller price tag! <a href="https://social.jorijn.com/tags/broadband" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Broadband</span></a> <a href="https://social.jorijn.com/tags/digitalaccess" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>DigitalAccess</span></a></p><p><a href="https://yro.slashdot.org/story/24/12/17/1918225/big-loss-for-isps-as-supreme-court-wont-hear-challenge-to-15-broadband-law" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://yro.slashdot.org/story/24/12/17/1918225/big-loss-for-isps-as-supreme-court-wont-hear-challenge-to-15-broadband-law</a></p>
The-14<p>To really narrow digital divides, Canada should consistently fund adult education programs<br /><a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/Canada" class="mention hashtag" rel="tag">#<span>Canada</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/AdultEducation" class="mention hashtag" rel="tag">#<span>AdultEducation</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/DigitalDivide" class="mention hashtag" rel="tag">#<span>DigitalDivide</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/DigitalSkills" class="mention hashtag" rel="tag">#<span>DigitalSkills</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/5G" class="mention hashtag" rel="tag">#<span>5G</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/EducationFunding" class="mention hashtag" rel="tag">#<span>EducationFunding</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/DigitalAccess" class="mention hashtag" rel="tag">#<span>DigitalAccess</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/LiteracyPrograms" class="mention hashtag" rel="tag">#<span>LiteracyPrograms</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/Tech" class="mention hashtag" rel="tag">#<span>Tech</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/EquityInAccess" class="mention hashtag" rel="tag">#<span>EquityInAccess</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/InternetUse" class="mention hashtag" rel="tag">#<span>InternetUse</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/MobileDevices" class="mention hashtag" rel="tag">#<span>MobileDevices</span></a> <br /><a href="https://the-14.com/to-really-narrow-digital-divides-canada-should-consistently-fund-adult-education-programs/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" translate="no"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">the-14.com/to-really-narrow-di</span><span class="invisible">gital-divides-canada-should-consistently-fund-adult-education-programs/</span></a></p>
Netopia EU<p>📉 Imposing a <a href="https://eupolicy.social/tags/NetworkTax" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>NetworkTax</span></a> risks creating barriers for startups and smaller platforms, who may struggle with added costs. A fair digital economy requires policies that encourage competition, not hinder it. <a href="https://eupolicy.social/tags/FairShare" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>FairShare</span></a> <a href="https://eupolicy.social/tags/Telecom" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Telecom</span></a> <a href="https://eupolicy.social/tags/DigitalAccess" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>DigitalAccess</span></a> <a href="https://eupolicy.social/tags/Innovation" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Innovation</span></a> <a href="https://www.netopia.eu/millimeter-waves-or-network-tax-in-space/" rel="nofollow noopener" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="ellipsis">netopia.eu/millimeter-waves-or</span><span class="invisible">-network-tax-in-space/</span></a></p>
PUPUWEB Blog<p>The US Copyright Office has denied a crucial request from video game preservationists, blocking libraries, archives, and museums from lending games remotely for study. This decision raises concerns about the future of gaming heritage. How will this impact preservation efforts? 🎮📚 <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/Copyright" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Copyright</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/Gaming" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Gaming</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/Preservation" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Preservation</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/DigitalAccess" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>DigitalAccess</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/GameHeritage" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>GameHeritage</span></a></p>
Debby<p><span class="h-card" translate="no"><a href="https://hachyderm.io/@BenjaminHCCarr" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">@<span>BenjaminHCCarr</span></a></span> This is such an important issue! 📚 Libraries have always been a cornerstone of knowledge and accessibility, and it’s concerning to see potential barriers to digital lending. We need to advocate for a future where everyone can access information freely! Let’s hope for a positive outcome that supports our libraries and their mission! 🙌 <a href="https://esperanto.masto.host/tags/SaveOurLibraries" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>SaveOurLibraries</span></a> <a href="https://esperanto.masto.host/tags/DigitalAccess" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>DigitalAccess</span></a></p>
BarbChamberlain<p>"Wales and other countries now access people, employment, goods, and services through a variety of means: physical motorised mobility using the transport system, spatial proximity and active travel where enabled by the land use system, and digital connectivity through the telecommunications system. Taken together, this has been called the Triple Access System." -<span class="h-card" translate="no"><a href="https://metalhead.club/@GlennLyons" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">@<span>GlennLyons</span></a></span><br><a href="https://usa.streetsblog.org/2023/10/06/highways-to-hell-how-one-country-is-rethinking-road-investment" rel="nofollow noopener" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">usa.streetsblog.org/2023/10/06</span><span class="invisible">/highways-to-hell-how-one-country-is-rethinking-road-investment</span></a><br><a href="https://toot.community/tags/transportation" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>transportation</span></a> <a href="https://toot.community/tags/ClimateCrisis" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>ClimateCrisis</span></a> <a href="https://toot.community/tags/LandUse" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>LandUse</span></a> <a href="https://toot.community/tags/DigitalAccess" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>DigitalAccess</span></a> <a href="https://toot.community/tags/TripleAccessSystem" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>TripleAccessSystem</span></a> <a href="https://toot.community/tags/Wales" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Wales</span></a> <a href="https://toot.community/tags/UK" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>UK</span></a> <a href="https://toot.community/tags/economics" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>economics</span></a></p>
aptronym<p>US to spend $42 billion to make internet access universal by 2030</p><p><a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/us/biden-detail-plans-42-billion-investment-us-internet-access-2023-06-26/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="ellipsis">reuters.com/world/us/biden-det</span><span class="invisible">ail-plans-42-billion-investment-us-internet-access-2023-06-26/</span></a></p><p><a href="https://aus.social/tags/digitaldivide" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>digitaldivide</span></a> <a href="https://aus.social/tags/uspol" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>uspol</span></a> <a href="https://aus.social/tags/digitalaccess" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>digitalaccess</span></a> <a href="https://aus.social/tags/internet" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>internet</span></a> <a href="https://aus.social/tags/internetaccess" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>internetaccess</span></a></p>
aptronym<p>US to spend $42 billion to spend up $42 billion among the nation's 50 states and U.S. territories to make access to high-speed broadband universal by 2030.</p><p><a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/us/biden-detail-plans-42-billion-investment-us-internet-access-2023-06-26/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="ellipsis">reuters.com/world/us/biden-det</span><span class="invisible">ail-plans-42-billion-investment-us-internet-access-2023-06-26/</span></a></p><p><a href="https://aus.social/tags/digitalaccess" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>digitalaccess</span></a> <a href="https://aus.social/tags/usa" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>usa</span></a></p>
Endless OS Foundation<p>Connect Humanity has released the largest survey ever conducted on digital access. Read about their findings, how we can address the digital divide, and why solutions like Endless OS, Endless Laptop, and Endless Key are part of the solution to digital equity.</p><p><a href="https://techsoup.medium.com/we-must-take-up-the-banner-of-affordable-equitable-access-to-the-internet-a4e48afb664d" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">techsoup.medium.com/we-must-ta</span><span class="invisible">ke-up-the-banner-of-affordable-equitable-access-to-the-internet-a4e48afb664d</span></a></p><p><a href="https://floss.social/tags/DigitalDivide" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>DigitalDivide</span></a> <a href="https://floss.social/tags/DigitalAccess" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>DigitalAccess</span></a> <a href="https://floss.social/tags/DigitalEquity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>DigitalEquity</span></a> <a href="https://floss.social/tags/KeepAllKidsLearning" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>KeepAllKidsLearning</span></a> <a href="https://floss.social/tags/EndlessOS" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>EndlessOS</span></a> <a href="https://floss.social/tags/EndlessKey" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>EndlessKey</span></a> <a href="https://floss.social/tags/EndlessLaptop" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>EndlessLaptop</span></a></p>