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This Community-Run Internet is Bridging the Digital Divide

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There are many reasons for the divide, including affordability, the lack of digital literacy, and the absence of relevant content and services in local languages. Wakoma “There aren’t a lot of resources out there that show people how to build a network without spending a ton of money,” says the startup’s founder, Eric Nitschke.

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Made-in-India two-wheeler exports finally on the upswing | Autocar Professional

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On April 18, HMSI inaugurated a new state-of-the-art engine assembly line at its Global Resource Factory in Manesar, Gurugram (Haryana), with a focus on CKD (Completely Knocked Down) exports. The company has outlined a strategic export growth programme.

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Is Worldcoin a Crypto-currency for the Masses or Your Digital ID?

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So far, Worldcoin has signed up more than 700,000 users in some 25 countries, including Chile, France, and Kenya. tried out in locations including California, Finland, and Kenya. But that means control of these networks often boils down to how many high-powered computer chips you can afford or how much crypto you hold.