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Switzerland Invests CHF 730 Million for Rural High-Speed Internet

3/14/2025

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Switzerland is set to invest CHF 730 million to bring high-speed internet to rural communities, guaranteeing every citizen access to download speeds of at least 1 Gbit/s. This ambitious plan, funded equally by the federal government and cantons, aims to bridge the digital divide in economically challenged areas, with consultations open until June 23.

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Switzerland is set to invest CHF 730 million to bring high-speed internet to rural communities, guaranteeing every citizen access to download speeds of at least 1 Gbit/s. This ambitious plan, funded equally by the federal government and cantons, aims to bridge the digital divide in economically challenged areas, with consultations open until June 23.