People of all ages now grow up — and grow old — immersed in digital screens, generating concerns about the potential effects on the brain. On the one hand, researchers warn of “digital dementia” in ...

It is no wonder that many engineers, managers, politicians, and private individuals engage in the envisioning and heralding ...

Global communication network on a glowing particle world map. Global communication network on a glowing particle world map.Getty Images—Yuichiro Chino In an increasingly digital world, connectivity is ...

This happened to me a few days ago. I am talking to a Gen Z (born between 1997 and 2012) on the phone about a trip we were planning. She seemed fragmented, texting her parents while speaking with me, ...

For years, the narrative surrounding teenagers’ use of digital technology has been one of alarm. Time spent scrolling through TikTok or playing video games is widely seen to be driving the current ...

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Washington, March 18, 2025 — The World Bank Group convened the second annual Global Digital Summit today, bringing together public and private sector leaders to expand our digital technology ...

In the 21st century, digital technology has changed many aspects of our lives. Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is the latest newcomer, with chatbots and other AI tools changing how we learn ...

On a recent visit to rural Andhra Pradesh we stopped to buy a cup of tea from a chaiwallah, an informal entrepreneur selling tea by the roadside. After producing a hot cup of masala chai, she gave us ...

Education technology is crucial in teaching and learning as it transforms traditional education into an engaging, interactive experience. Why is technology important in teaching and learning? It ...