American policymakers and citizens see digital networks as essential infrastructure, as demonstrated by the widespread approval of the Biden Administration’s decision to earmark USD 100bn for further build-outs.

Data, which some call the “new electricity”, will power entertainment, health - and perhaps most importantly, education. One of many lessons from the pandemic was the need for affordable and universal internet, to ensure that all children could access learning. Key to this will be focusing deployments and funds, on rural and underserved areas.

How can we bridge current divides when it comes to costs, availability, infrastructure builds, and long-term government commitment? Which partnerships will help overcome these challenges? How will the roles of educators, entrepreneurs, and communications businesses evolve to bridge the physical and digital worlds for the benefit of young people? What mix of live and virtual works best for students and how can busy families be supported?

The Financial Times, in partnership with Analog Devices, is pleased to present this panel briefing for global telecom, technology, and infrastructure executives. Drawing on guests’ expertise in remote education and broadband access, we will discuss which partnerships drive universal access to learning. 

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