Exploring the positive ways the internet has transformed communication, education and creativity across the world.
One of the internet’s biggest impacts is the ability to communicate instantly with people around the world. Messaging apps, social media and video calls allow families, friends and businesses to stay connected regardless of distance.
Online communities have also allowed people to connect through shared interests, creating global friendships and support networks that would not have existed before the internet.
More than 5 billion people now use the internet worldwide.
The internet has made education more accessible than ever before. Students can now learn through online courses, tutorial videos, articles and digital libraries from almost anywhere in the world.
Online learning became especially important during the COVID-19 pandemic when schools and universities moved to remote teaching. Many people now use the internet to learn new skills independently.
Millions of students use online learning platforms every day.
The internet has allowed artists, filmmakers, musicians and creators to share their work with global audiences instantly. Independent creators can now build audiences online without relying on traditional media companies.
Creative software, social media and online collaboration tools have also made creative industries more accessible to young creators around the world.
Thousands of hours of content are uploaded online every minute.