Ohio’s nonprofit broadband leader & program of @ConnectedNation advocating to connect communities & fueling economic development through technology.
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$20B in broadband funding is a major investment, but infrastructure alone won't close the #DigitalDivide.
Communities also need digital skills, affordable service, devices, local leadership, & partnerships to ensure connectivity!
Why this matters now ➡️ bit.ly/4dVfrWz
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The next phase of BEAD is all about deployment.
NTIA Administrator @ArielleRoth says success will be measured by getting broadband projects built and communities connected, not just plans on paper. 📶
Learn more: bit.ly/445gOfi #ConnectedNation
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"To me, it was real." 🧑🏽💻
Online scams often rely on trust and emotional manipulation, not just technology. One victim shares a powerful story of deception, heartbreak, and the lessons learned along the way.
Read here ➡️ bit.ly/49JI1rp #ConnectedNation #OnlineSafety
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In rural communities, broadband can help connect patients to care. 💻 🩺
From telehealth appointments to remote monitoring, reliable internet is supporting better health outcomes.
Explore the Rural Health Transformation Program Dashboard: bit.ly/4xlNoY4
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Michigan is DONE planning — and ready to deploy.
In the latest episode of #ConnectedNation, learn how MIHI is navigating BEAD what comes next for broadband expansion 👇
🎧LISTEN NOW: bit.ly/43imPVQ
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“The connection is coming. The question is whether we’re ready.”
$20B is fueling broadband expansion — but infrastructure alone won’t transform communities.
Read why readiness is everything 👉 bit.ly/4dVfrWz
#Broadband #DigitalEquity #ConnectedNation
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OPINION: Rural innovation is just beginning, thanks to broadband
"In today’s interconnected world... “good enough” isn’t good enough when it comes to internet access, whether at home, at work or on the go."
➡️bit.ly/4vq2RUX #ConnectedNation
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25 years of Connected Nation = 25 facts about broadband YOU need to know. 🌐
Dive into Part 1 on the #ConnectedNation TikTok account. Stay tuned for the rest! ✨
Watch here: bit.ly/43elGyA
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Online scams are getting smarter, and older adults are often the targets. ⚠️📱
As AI-powered fraud evolves, digital literacy and consumer education are more important than ever.
Check out this compelling article from @BroadbandCensus ➡️ bit.ly/43KGKwH
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Even with access to broadband, many Americans aren't subscribing. Why?
Cost is a top barrier. It's a BIG problem when you consider tech drives our economy.
Neo Networks tackles the gap—and infrastructure protection with #ConnectedNation.
LISTEN 🎧➡️ bit.ly/4o34zsS
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From access to opportunity: See how digital skills are changing lives in a Kentucky community. 💻
Learn how #ConnectedNation's Digital Skills Training program is helping people gain confidence online and unlock new opportunities.
Watch: bit.ly/4uavEMj
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A quiet but critical lifeline keeps YOUR schools, libraries, and hospitals connected. And right now—it’s under threat.
What happens if it goes away? Who's hit the hardest? Why is it under threat?
We break it down in the #ConnectedNation podcast🎧 bit.ly/4vkqUVg #SHLB
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Did you miss this? ⬇️
#ConnectedNation is celebrating its 25th anniversary with major national recognition, earning three Communicator Awards for excellence in podcasting and storytelling that advances digital inclusion.👏
🔗 bit.ly/4esLpdp
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Looking to stay up to date on the latest broadband and technology news? 🌐💻
Subscribe to the #ConnectedNation Weekly Wire for updates on digital empowerment, state broadband activity, policy news, and more.
Check out this week’s edition here ➡️ bit.ly/4wRbVE5
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In case you missed it…
Connected Nation launched a new Digital Empowerment Dashboard. It brings real-time data community impact together in one place.
Explore it ⬇️
bit.ly/CNDigitalEmpowerment
#ICYMI #DigitalEquity #Broadband #WorkforceDevelopment #ConnectedNation
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Even as billions are invested to expand broadband, a critical issue remains: who is actually being left behind?
In this episode of #ConnectedNation, we unpack where coverage maps and real-life connectivity don’t always match.
LISTEN HERE:🎧➡️bit.ly/4dIglUY
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🎙️ 250 episodes. 25 years. One mission.
Our award-winning Connected Nation podcast hits a major milestone—during our 25th anniversary year and America’s 250th.
Listen to our 250th episode: bit.ly/4f9L53w #ConnectedNation
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25 years of bridging the Digital Divide. 🌐
Since 2001, #ConnectedNation has been working to expand connectivity & create lasting impact. As we celebrate our anniversary in 2026, we’re taking a look back at 25 years of growth, progress, & transformation!
bit.ly/4dBPI3O
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What’s the next disruptor widening the Digital Divide? We dive into U.S. broadband policy with Nokia leadership—covering tech shifts, policy bottlenecks, and actions needed to connect every American. 🎧 bit.ly/42PCcVy #ConnectedNation
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How do you measure the impact of meaningful work? For #ConnectedNation, it’s thru real-time data, lasting community impact, and powerful stories that bring it to life.
We've put it together in one easy-to-use tool.
The Digital Empowerment Dashboard➡️ bit.ly/CNDigitalEmpowerment
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