Digital Development and Inclusivity Quiz

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What percentage of monthly gross national income per capita does the price of 5 GB of fixed broadband exceed in 19 of the least developed countries?

20 percent (correct)

50 percent

10 percent

30 percent

How much can breaking up a broadband monopoly save users in low- to middle-income countries per GB of mobile data?

$10.00

$7.33 (correct)

$3.50

$5.25

What was the price decrease of subscriber identity module cards in Myanmar from 2013 to 2015?

$148.50 (correct)

$149.50

$152.50

$150.00

What is highlighted as a critical need during crises according to COVID-19 experiences?

Connectivity to the Internet Signup and view all the answers

What recommendation does the Panel provide regarding digital networks by 2030?

Every adult should have affordable access to digital networks. Signup and view all the answers

What principle should the provision of digital services build on according to the content?

Emerging principles and best practices should be used. Signup and view all the answers

How many new subscribers were allowed due to the reduced price of SIM cards in Myanmar within the first month?

2 million Signup and view all the answers

What type of attention should be given for ensuring connectivity during crises?

Special attention Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for evidence-based policymaking concerning digital inclusion?

A set of metrics to measure digital inclusion Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a factor in the definition of digital literacy and access?

Age of the user Signup and view all the answers

What is highlighted as a necessary aspect of digital access for all individuals?

Addressing structural barriers and social norms Signup and view all the answers

Who should strengthen research and promote action on barriers to digital inclusion?

International organizations like the World Bank and the United Nations Signup and view all the answers

What aspect is emphasized for improving digital inclusion measurement?

Public-private cooperation for collecting disaggregated data Signup and view all the answers

Which groups are specifically mentioned as traditionally marginalized concerning digital equality?

Women and marginalized groups Signup and view all the answers

The importance of locally relevant content in digital access highlights the need to address which of the following?

Cultural significance and language barriers Signup and view all the answers

What do sound measurement and improved coordination aim to mitigate?

The multiple digital gaps Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of creating a platform for digital public goods?

To engage talent and pool data sets for the Sustainable Development Goals. Signup and view all the answers

What has contributed to the decline of publicly managed, open-source content on the Internet?

The shift towards proprietary digital solutions. Signup and view all the answers

How did aggregated data contribute during the 2014–2015 Ebola outbreak in West Africa?

It was crucial in containing the virus. Signup and view all the answers

What challenge do copyright regimes pose to accessing digital solutions?

They limit access and distribution of digital goods. Signup and view all the answers

What role does big data and artificial intelligence play in tackling health crises?

They help produce actionable insights for disease management. Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the limitations of existing digital public goods?

They are often unevenly distributed by language and infrastructure. Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the challenges that digital public goods aim to address?

Identifying new disease outbreaks and countering misinformation. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of open-source digital data packages mentioned in the context of health crises?

They can accelerate case detection and educational resources. Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the primary goals of the recommended global commitment on digital trust and security?

To create a shared vision for digital stability Signup and view all the answers

Which initiative focuses specifically on combating terrorist and violent extremist narratives online?

The Christchurch Call to Action Signup and view all the answers

What has been a significant outcome of recent multi-stakeholder efforts in cybersecurity?

Increased global collaboration and engagement Signup and view all the answers

What is a notable characteristic of the voluntary efforts mentioned in the content?

They involve multiple stakeholders Signup and view all the answers

Despite the progress made in addressing online threats, what remains a challenge?

The universal application of these efforts Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for unlocking the benefits of technology in developing countries?

Skills development and effective training Signup and view all the answers

What is anticipated to generate nearly $120 billion in revenue by 2030 in sub-Saharan Africa?

Digital jobs Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant limiting factor in digital capacity-building efforts?

Insufficient investment Signup and view all the answers

Why is there no one-size-fits-all approach to digital capacity-building?

Variances within and among countries and regions Signup and view all the answers

What central aspect is necessary to improve digital capacity-building efforts?

Greater coherence and coordination Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is proposed as a potential solution to enhance digital capacity-building?

Digital help desks Signup and view all the answers

How many training opportunities are estimated to be required by 2030 to support digital jobs in sub-Saharan Africa?

650 million Signup and view all the answers

Why is better evidence needed in digital capacity-building approaches?

To understand the effectiveness in varying contexts Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

### Digital Development and Inclusivity

In 19 least developed countries, the price of 5 GB of fixed broadband is more than 20% of the monthly gross national income per capita.
Breaking up broadband monopolies in low to middle-income countries can save users as much as $7.33 per GB of mobile data.
In Myanmar, a competitive mobile market slashed the cost of SIM cards from 150in2013to150 in 2013 to 150in2013to1.50 in 2015.
The COVID-19 pandemic demonstrated the importance of connectivity as a critical need.
Accessibility to the internet is crucial for people to save their lives and livelihoods, and for governments and front-line workers to respond quickly and effectively during times of crisis.
The United Nations has begun to develop guidance on policies and actions to mitigate digital gaps.

Digital Public Goods

The internet began as a publicly managed network with an open-source ethos that encouraged collaboration and experimentation.
The percentage of the internet that is open source and public has significantly decreased.
The use of big data and artificial intelligence is essential for stakeholders, including the United Nations, to identify new disease outbreaks, counter xenophobia, and measure impacts on vulnerable populations.
Digital solutions are being used to address the COVID-19 pandemic.

Digital Inclusion and Capacity Building

There is a need for digital capacity building and effective training, particularly in developing countries.
Sub-Saharan Africa is estimated to have 230 million "digital jobs" by 2030, which could generate nearly $120 billion in revenue, but this would require 650 million training opportunities.
Digital capacity building should be tailored to individual and national circumstances.
Greater coherence and coordination in capacity-building efforts are central, along with scaling up solutions.

Digital Trust and Security

There is a need for a global commitment on digital trust and security to shape a shared vision, identify attributes of digital stability, and propose priorities for action.
Many efforts are underway to address the rising threats to the online world, including the Paris Call for Trust and Security in Cyberspace, the Global Forum on Cyber Expertise, and the Christchurch Call to Action.
While these initiatives have helped to bring about progress for multi-stakeholder engagement, they are not yet universal and their reach does not yet cover large swathes of the world.

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Test your knowledge on digital development and the significance of inclusivity in the digital age. Explore how internet accessibility impacts economies, especially in developing nations. This quiz covers various aspects of digital public goods and the role of connectivity during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic.