Mobile internet is changing employment in developing countries, but not always as expected – ProMarket

Mobile internet is changing employment in developing countries, but not always as expected - ProMarket

Dmitry Kovalchuk/Getty Images Scholars and policy makers have placed much faith in the prospect of internet connectivity catalyzing development in low- and middle-income countries. In new research, Pinelopi Koujianou Goldberg and Gaurav Chiplunkar find that better 3G coverage leads to better job opportunities for individuals and higher female labor force participation. However, these new opportunities … Read more