This Startup is Making High Quality Internet Affordable in Rural Areas

In an era where the world's leading industries are racing towards the 5.0 revolution, approximately 2.6 billion people remain untouched by internet access. This so-called Digital Divide is not just a matter of infrastructure; it is deeply intertwined with socioeconomic, geographical, and cultural factors. Amidst innovations from conglomerates like Starlink by Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos’ Project Kuiper, a humble startup steps up to offer an approach that dramatically transforms connectivity profitability. It’s 30 times less expensive to deploy and 300 times cheaper to operate compared to LEO satellite alternatives. Watch the video to learn more.

Also Read: Bridging the Digital Divide: How Not2Far Is Providing Internet Connectivity in the World’s Remotest Places

The Business of Impact Investing in 2023

Impact investing is a form of investing that believes that every dollar invested can make a difference, while producing a profit. Over the past 20 years, impact investing has undergone a remarkable evolution, driven by a confluence of societal, economic, and technological factors. These influences have propelled impact investing into a crucial mechanism for addressing societal needs, traditionally the domain of public funding. In 2022, the impact investing market sat at US$1,146 billion, growing at a healthy compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 29% over the last four years. This special report features interviews with thought leaders in the impact investing space, and offers an insightful perspective on the current and future state of impact investing, its challenges and opportunities, and highlights case studies of investors, social enterprises, and the impact they are having on the world.

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