The first wave of Digital Learning was massive open online courses. But we can’t learn soft skills by merely watching videos and taking quizzes; instead, it’s time for Digital Learning 2.0.

So-Young Kang 11 Sep 2019

Africa

Ethiopia is Africa’s new growth engine – here’s why

With impressive growth rates and a youthful population, Ethiopia could be an economic powerhouse if it overcomes its structural problems.

Alexandre Raffoul and Vijay Raju 06 Sep 2019

Africa

3 reasons why most Africans aren't on the internet – and how to connect them

3.2 billion people worldwide are still not using internet services. How do we close this digital divide?

Stéphane Richard 27 Aug 2019

Digital Communications

How 5G can connect the affordable homes of the future

The new mobile comms standard will facilitate the construction and functioning of the next generation of housing.

Fanyu Lin and Michael Gallagher 15 Aug 2019

Digital Communications

This is how much people would pay to use some of the world's most popular apps

A new study asked 2,000 people how much they’d be willing to spend every month on some common apps they currently use for free.

Joe Myers 09 Aug 2019

Information Technology

Youth have a love-hate relationship with tech in the digital age

The digital age divides young people. With 50% of the world under 30, young people's relationship with technology will steer the future.

Kate C Tilleczek · The Conversation 06 Aug 2019

Social Media

Nearly a third of the globe is now on Facebook - chart of the day

From its inception in a Harvard dorm room, Facebook has rocketed to 2.4 billion users around the world in 15 years.

Joe Myers 05 Aug 2019

Technological Transformation

Young people's relationship to technology? It's complicated

Tech effects nearly all aspects of our lives, but for young people, digital technology is a prevalent factor in their health, education, social lives and relationships. Yet in an experime...

Kate C Tilleczek · The Conversation 02 Aug 2019

Gender Parity

5 things to know about the exploding world of pro gaming

A 16-year-old has become a millionaire after winning the inaugural Fornite World Cup in New York. It’s a watershed moment for e-sports.

Kate Whiting 02 Aug 2019

Fourth Industrial Revolution

Music could send WiFi passwords to your phone

Researchers are aiming to transmit data in the form of WiFi passwords through music soundwaves

ETH Zurich · Futurity 16 Jul 2019

Social Innovation

How emojis are the next step in digital communication

Language experts have drawn parallels between the way we use emojis in messages and how we use gestures when we talk. Without replacing traditional language, emojis embody a rich form of ...

Lauren Gawne · The Conversation 09 Jul 2019

Technological Transformation

5 things to know about Chinese tech giant Huawei

Huawei continues to dominate the news headlines. Here's what you need to know about the Chinese tech giant and why it’s holding the attention of consumers and policymakers alike.

Emma Charlton 03 Jul 2019

China

Most people on the internet live in this country

More than half the world is online, and one country is way ahead of the rest.

Emma Charlton 27 Jun 2019

Digital Economy and Society

Four lessons from India in digital disruption

India's successes in technology should inspire other developing countries to embrace equally bold and inclusive digital ambitions, writes the founding Chairman of the Unique Identificatio...

Nandan Nilekani · Project Syndicate 19 Jun 2019

Fourth Industrial Revolution

How tech companies compare at protecting your digital rights

The world’s tech companies are still falling short when it comes to respecting internet users’ human rights, according to an annual study of their public policies on freedom of expression...

Rosamond Hutt 13 Jun 2019

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