Abstract
Digital connectivity has become essential for enabling access to education, healthcare, career and business opportunities, and economic well-being worldwide. However, the digital divide continues to hinder inclusive access for all. This article presents a concise study on meaningful connectivity, infrastructure gap, usage gap, demand gap, and the integration of space-air-ground integrated networks (SAGIN). Furthermore, there is a need to understand the market drivers in terms of supply, demand, macro-economy, technology, and policy and regulation. This article highlights how these market drivers play a crucial role in widening the global digital divide. We examine the interdependencies among various stakeholders to address the digital divide. This article uniquely integrates technical solutions with socioeconomic perspectives, outlines pathways towards engineering wireless broadband connectivity, and promotes equitable access for all.
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