Digital inclusion

Human-Centered Digital Technology Starts with Digital Talent Development: DigiBridge Digital Talent Development Side Event at the 2024 UN STI Forum

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Samedi, mai 11, 2024
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A key highlight of the forum was the DigiBridge side event, organized by the World Digital Technology Academy (WDTA).

Key Points: 
  • A key highlight of the forum was the DigiBridge side event, organized by the World Digital Technology Academy (WDTA).
  • The event centered on crucial discussions about narrowing the global talent and skill gap and enabling developing countries to leverage digital technologies for sustainable growth.
  • Yale Li, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of WDTA, introduced the highly anticipated 'DigiBridge Digital Talent Development Program.
  • The success of the DigiBridge side event at the 2024 UN STI Forum underscored the critical importance of international collaboration in tackling challenges of the digital era.

Verizon’s Small Business Digital Ready program reaches 300K businesses with free, online resources

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Mercredi, mai 8, 2024
Prosperity, Small business, Digital inclusion, Climate, LISC, VZ, Verizon Communications, RSS, Partnership, Local Initiatives Support Corporation, Marketing, Verizon Business

Of the 300,000 businesses Small Business Digital Ready has reached, 51% are women-owned, 62% are Black-owned or Hispanic-owned businesses, and 40% have been in business for 2 years or less - often the most precarious time for new small businesses.

Key Points: 
  • Of the 300,000 businesses Small Business Digital Ready has reached, 51% are women-owned, 62% are Black-owned or Hispanic-owned businesses, and 40% have been in business for 2 years or less - often the most precarious time for new small businesses.
  • Rose Stuckey Kirk, Verizon’s Chief Corporate Social Responsibility Officer, said, “Verizon is leveraging its technology and innovation to promote economic empowerment and enable communities to thrive through Small Business Digital Ready.
  • Verizon Small Business Digital Ready provides personalized tools and resources in partnership with Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) and Next Street.
  • Small Business Digital Ready is part of Citizen Verizon, the company’s responsible business plan for economic, environmental and social advancement.

Women in the Digital Economy Fund: USAID, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and Partners Launch WiDEF

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Mardi, mars 12, 2024
CARE, Microsoft, Development, Digital inclusion, Bill, Woman, Health, Education, USAID, Society, Internet, Research, Policy, Literacy, United, Private sector, International development, Digital technology, Digital divide, GSMA, Korea International Cooperation Agency, Toy

We need a future in which women are empowered to participate as equal citizens in our increasingly digital world.

Key Points: 
  • We need a future in which women are empowered to participate as equal citizens in our increasingly digital world.
  • "I'm proud of our support for the Women in the Digital Economy Fund.
  • Overcoming the gender digital divide is crucial to unlock the potential of women in the digital era.
  • "Launching WiDEF is indeed a special moment, one that reflects real commitment and determination to address the stubborn gender digital divide and open the possibilities for women in the digital economy.

Måna Care AB selects Global Communication Leaders HiveMQ and Semtech Corporation to promote Digital Inclusion

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Mardi, avril 2, 2024
Hive, Cloud, Digital inclusion, Caregiver, Communication, Digital, Quality of service, Intelligence, Partnership, QOS, Digitalization, SIM, Sierra Wireless, Family, Computer, Industrial, Heart, Friends, MQTT, Mobile phone

Måna Care AB and Semtech Corporation:

Key Points: 
  • Måna Care AB and Semtech Corporation:
    "Semtech's AirVantage® Smart Connectivity service solves our clients need to achieve "instant on and attach performance" by seamlessly connecting Måna® to the best regional cellular networks automatically upon platform plug-in.
  • Måna Care AB and Hive MQ:
    "At the heart of our Måna® platform is a unique and repurposed communication protocol adapted from Industrial IoT called MQTT.
  • "Måna Care AB chose HiveMQ's MQTT broker to scale and expand their platform to provide expert-level service and care.
  • We are excited about our relationship with Måna Care AB and wish them continued success," said Paul McGuire, Team Lead North EMEA, HiveMQ

Måna Care AB selects Global Communication Leaders HiveMQ and Semtech Corporation to promote Digital Inclusion

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Mardi, avril 2, 2024
Hive, Cloud, Digital inclusion, Caregiver, Communication, Digital, Quality of service, Intelligence, Partnership, QOS, Digitalization, SIM, Sierra Wireless, Family, Computer, Industrial, Heart, Friends, MQTT, Mobile phone

Måna Care AB and Semtech Corporation:

Key Points: 
  • Måna Care AB and Semtech Corporation:
    "Semtech's AirVantage® Smart Connectivity service solves our clients need to achieve "instant on and attach performance" by seamlessly connecting Måna® to the best regional cellular networks automatically upon platform plug-in.
  • Måna Care AB and Hive MQ:
    "At the heart of our Måna® platform is a unique and repurposed communication protocol adapted from Industrial IoT called MQTT.
  • "Måna Care AB chose HiveMQ's MQTT broker to scale and expand their platform to provide expert-level service and care.
  • We are excited about our relationship with Måna Care AB and wish them continued success," said Paul McGuire, Team Lead North EMEA, HiveMQ

Connected Nation's EVP of Digital Inclusion serving second term as Chair of FCC's Communications Equity and Diversity Council

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Mardi, mars 19, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Heather Gate, Executive President of Digital Inclusion for Connected Nation (CN), once again has been named Chair of the Communications Equity and Diversity Council (CEDC), an advisory council to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), as rechartered by FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Heather Gate, Executive President of Digital Inclusion for Connected Nation (CN), once again has been named Chair of the Communications Equity and Diversity Council (CEDC), an advisory council to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), as rechartered by FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel.
  • Heather has always been a strong voice for vulnerable populations and a tireless advocate for digital equity in America.
  • "Heather has always been a strong voice for vulnerable populations and a tireless advocate for digital equity and inclusion in America," said Tom Ferree, Chairman & CEO, CN.
  • "During her first term as Chair, I witnessed firsthand the long hours Heather put into the council's work.

Verizon Innovative Learning reaches 7 million students nationwide to tackle digital divide

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Lundi, mars 4, 2024
VZ, Internet, Extended reality, Student, FCC, Education, Climate, RSS, McGraw Hill Education, Liberty Science Center, Franklin Institute, Federal Communications Commission, Digital Promise, Learning, Social responsibility, Risk, Digital technology, School, Federal, City, Virtual reality, Augmented reality, Verizon Communications, Digital inclusion, Museum, Teaching, Medicine, XR, VR, Arizona State University, K-12, Discovery, Inc., Partnership, Tutoring

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Verizon announced that Verizon Innovative Learning , the company’s award-winning education initiative focused on supporting digital equity and inclusion for students nationwide, has reached seven million students with digital skills training.

Key Points: 
  • BASKING RIDGE, N.J., March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Verizon announced that Verizon Innovative Learning , the company’s award-winning education initiative focused on supporting digital equity and inclusion for students nationwide, has reached seven million students with digital skills training.
  • That’s why, over a decade ago, Verizon Innovative Learning was launched to address barriers to digital inclusion in Title I schools.
  • “For over 11 years, it has been our commitment to ensure students are provided equal access to digital technology and next-gen tools.
  • In addition to supporting Title I schools across the U.S. with access to technology and innovative learning programs, Verizon also provides educators nationwide with access to tools to help bring new ways of learning into their classrooms through Verizon Innovative Learning HQ .

Verizon announces city-specific Small Business Digital Ready grant opportunities in Houston, Miami, Phoenix, LA

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Lundi, février 26, 2024
VZ, SMB, Small business, Climate, City, Growth, LISC, Prosperity, COVID-19, Software as a service, Digital inclusion, Verizon Business, FREE, Partnership, Cable television

In partnership with Next Street and Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready online platform is designed to give under-resourced small businesses the FREE tools they need to help them grow and succeed in today’s digital economy. Small business owners who register on the platform receive free, personalized access to over 40 online courses – some of which are available in Spanish -- coaching opportunities with industry experts, peer networking events, and incentives such as the opportunity to apply for grant funding.

Key Points: 
  • BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Feb. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Verizon announced that new grant funding opportunities for small businesses are available for Verizon Small Business Digital Ready users in Houston, Miami, Phoenix and Los Angeles areas.
  • Since Verizon Small Business Digital Ready launched in 2021, we have been able to support more than 270,000 small business owners nationwide.
  • Based on a survey conducted of small business owners registered on the platform, 99% of respondents agree that Small Business Digital Ready courses helped their business.
  • *Based on a survey conducted of more than 4500+ users registered on the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready platform.

Verizon Business to demonstrate the impact of connected healthcare at ViVE 2024

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Jeudi, février 22, 2024
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BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Business will showcase its healthcare solutions at ViVE 2024 (Booth #1510) at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles this month.

Key Points: 
  • BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Business will showcase its healthcare solutions at ViVE 2024 (Booth #1510) at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles this month.
  • In 2024, healthcare providers will invest more in technology to enhance patient care, close the digital divide, and safeguard patient information.
  • "Verizon Business is working with leading healthcare enterprises to bridge the digital divide and bring equitable care to various patient populations,” said Scott Lawrence, Senior Vice President Global Solutions, Verizon Business.
  • To schedule a media briefing or a booth tour with an attending Verizon Business executive, please email [email protected] .

Connected Nation's Heather Gate named among Women We Admire's Top 50 Women Leaders of KY

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Mercredi, janvier 17, 2024
Digital inclusion, GREEN, Diversity, Person, FCC, Advisory Committee, Digital divide, Federal Communications Commission, Digital, Woman, Admire, Kansas, Gate, Inclusion, Management

Details of this achievement, announced by the national women's professional network, Women We Admire, can be viewed here .

Key Points: 
  • Details of this achievement, announced by the national women's professional network, Women We Admire, can be viewed here .
  • Her innovative leadership and tireless advocacy have paved the way for groundbreaking initiatives that  transform lives.
  • "I am deeply honored to be recognized among such a distinguished group of women leaders," said Gate.
  • A nationally recognized leader, Gate served as the Chair of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Communications Equity and Diversity Council.