As communication companies aim to discuss the information technology concerns and complaints of all groups, the latest data issued by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) indicate that globally, 57% of women use the Internet compared to 62% of men. Additionally, the discrepancy of women in the least developed countries (LDCs) is higher as four out of five women live without an internet connection.
International data notes, as part of its plans to confront the damages that befall information technology, the increasing number of children and young adults subjected to cyberbullying, making safety the greatest concern, according to a survey conducted by the ITU on Twitter and LinkedIn.
International organizations have also paid attention to the stage of aging. One of the goals last year for this occasion was to encourage innovation to accelerate digital technologies for the elderly, achieve healthier aging, and facilitate communication for people with special needs to provide them with equal opportunities with the rest of society, such as job opportunities using electronics and information technology, including wired and wireless services.
There is no doubt that information and communication technology (ICT) helps health systems to advance preventive medicine and patient education, which provides economic savings and significant health benefits. The case is no different for the health industry, where electronic storage of data and rapid access to information represents significant improvements in diagnostic times and avoidance of unnecessary testing.
However, education represents the most prominent area for developing ICT, in terms of increasing students' flexibility in accessing education regardless of time and place, and providing the right environment and motivation to learn along with best practices and educational materials.
In the State of Qatar, the ICT field has witnessed, in the past few years, an unprecedented increase in the use of "Internet of Things" (IoT) technology, smart devices, various services such as smart healthcare services, smart manufacturing, automation, smart cities, and others in line with the Qatar National Vision 2030 objectives.
Since 2014, the State of Qatar has begun to intensify efforts to achieve digital inclusion for all citizens and residents by activating the digital inclusion strategy to reach all sectors. The strategy identified groups of societies at risk of digital exclusion and community members were provided with a basic skill set to enable them to use ICT, increase awareness of social media to promote small businesses, and improve their ability to access online services.
Through the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, the country has sought further development and excellence by promoting a digital economy, building a knowledge society, and developing an advanced infrastructure that enables Qatari institutions to use modern technologies and implement innovative solutions to contribute to Qatar's national vision. The ICT field is the backbone for driving the economy by enhancing services, improving their quality, and reducing their costs, paving the way for making steady progress towards transforming the State of Qatar into a leading digital center regionally and internationally and achieving the Qatar National Vision 2030 goals.
The World Cup, hosted by the State of Qatar at the end of 2022, was an opportunity to review the scale of the achievements in the telecommunications sector and to develop Qatars digital government. During the World Cup period, Qatar had successful technical experiences amidst the huge crowds who came to attend the events and matches, with widespread praise for the level of digital services and platforms that is in accordance with international standards.
Source: Qatar News Agency