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Digital divide

The gap between individuals with access to digital technology and those without, impacting economic participation.

MEDC

More Economically Developed Country, characterized by advanced infrastructure and economic stability.

LEDC

Less Economically Developed Country, typically facing challenges like poverty and inadequate access to technology.

SDG Target 9.c

A 2015 UN goal aimed at providing universal access to affordable internet in LEDCs by 2020.

AI divide

The disparity in access to and benefits from AI technology between high-income and low-income countries.

Infrastructure gap

The lack of necessary technology and facilities, particularly in connectivity, that hinders economic growth.

Affordability gap

The difference in cost that makes technology financially inaccessible to lower-income populations.

Digital literacy gap

The disparity in skills and knowledge required to effectively use digital technologies.

Digital Growth Strategy

Denmark's plan focusing on enhancing digital skills and infrastructure through various initiatives.

Blended finance mechanisms

Financial strategies that combine public and private funding to de-risk investments and stimulate development.

The traceability gap

The inability to track the actual use of development aid funds beyond the first recipient organization.

IATI

International Aid Transparency Initiative; a global standard for publishing development and humanitarian spending data.

Open public infrastructure

A model where countries develop their own digital infrastructure, enhancing control over technology rather than relying on foreign investment.

Global Gateway

The EU's initiative to mobilize funds for infrastructure projects across sectors including digitalization.

Second-level recipient tracking

The requirement for donors to report not only the initial recipient of aid but also how it is used further down the line.

Denmark's aid transparency record

A reflection of Denmark's commitment and challenges in providing clear, reportable data on development aid expenditures.