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The Next Billion

Between 2012 and 2016, the number of internet users worldwide is expected to double to some 5 billion people, and most of the new arrivals will be on mobile devices in emerging markets. The growth of this connected world will profoundly impact society, politics, technology, education, commerce, and finance.

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The biggest myths about the next billion internet users
Quartz • November 5, 2019
HOT SPOT
Google is boosting internet access in Nigeria’s biggest cities with free public wifi
Quartz Africa • July 26, 2018
PRICEY
These charts show broadband internet is still too expensive for many Africans
Quartz Africa • November 28, 2017
GROWTH
Doubling India business is a no-brainer for Unilever, says CEO Paul Polman
Quartz India • September 11, 2017
SNAIL SPEED
Internet speeds across Africa are still far below the global minimum standard
Quartz Africa • August 14, 2017
#GOOGLEFORNIGERIA
Google wants to bypass Nigeria’s slow internet with its “offline first” YouTube
Quartz Africa • July 28, 2017
CONNECTED
Mobile subscriptions are still growing faster in Sub Saharan Africa than anywhere else
Quartz Africa • July 13, 2017