Mobile internet now reaches most of the world’s population, yet a large share of people living within coverage still aren’t using it. Closing this usage gap, driven by barriers such as handset and data affordability, digital skills and relevance, remains one of the biggest challenges for digital inclusion. So where does global mobile connectivity stand in 2026, what is holding people back from getting online, and what will it take to close the gap?
The GSMA’s annual State of Mobile Internet Connectivity (SOMIC) report delivers the latest data and insights on global mobile internet adoption, network coverage, affordability and the barriers to digital inclusion, particularly across low- and middle-income countries. This webinar marks the launch of the 2026 edition and brings together industry experts to discuss its key findings.
Hear from Jan Stryjak, Associate Director at Counterpoint Research
- Date: November 25, 2026
- Time: 13:00 – 14:00 GMT
We’re excited to have our own Jan Stryjak join the conversation. In this session, Jan will discuss the report’s findings on the state of global mobile internet adoption, the barriers that continue to keep people offline, and what the industry can do to drive greater connectivity and digital inclusion.
Contact us to schedule a meeting with our expert and register now to join the webinar.
