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Internet Users Soar: 5.6 Billion by 2025!

6/28/2025

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The internet has transformed from a niche resource in 1990, with just 2.6 million users, to a staggering 5.6 billion projected by 2025—69% of the global population. This explosive growth, fueled by technology and social media, highlights a digital divide, especially in developing regions. By 2030, we could see over 90% of people online.

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Story summary

The internet has transformed from a niche resource in 1990, with just 2.6 million users, to a staggering 5.6 billion projected by 2025—69% of the global population. This explosive growth, fueled by technology and social media, highlights a digital divide, especially in developing regions. By 2030, we could see over 90% of people online.