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MEMPHIS, TN, April 30, 2024 – In a major step toward transforming Memphis into the nation’s
most digitally-equitable large city, Mayor Paul Young today broke ground on Memphis’ first
citywide fiber network.
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Low-income Memphians receive worse internet service for the same price
Wealthier neighbors get faster speeds and the advantages that come with it
The broadband gap's dirty secret: Redlining still exists in digital form
Communities that couldn’t get mortgage loans in the 1940s are the same areas without fast home internet service today. There’s no easy fix.
Bridging the Educational Gap: The Impact of Digital Redlining on Urban Schools
In the ever-evolving landscape of education, technology has emerged as a powerful tool for learning and growth. However, the uneven distribution of digital resources has given rise to a concerning phenomenon known as “digital redlining.”