 In 1985, Cray 2 was the fastest computer on Earth. It was used by the likes of NASA and the US Defense Department. 30 years later, a mass-produced smartwatch has twice its capabilities. In less than 10 years, most people will have a supercomputer in their pocket, and data storage prices will continue dropping by a factor of 10 every five years, meaning that storing our ever-expanding digital footprints will be virtually free and available for anyone to see. Your employer, your kids, your date. Today, 43% of the population is connected to the Internet, mostly in developed countries. By 2024, that number is expected to rise to 90%. Online access will be considered a basic right. The great majority of the world's population will have access to the entirety of human knowledge. This will increase access to information, education and global marketplaces, which will empower many people to improve their living conditions and escape poverty. Technology is making devices cheaper, smaller and more powerful, but connecting everyone means providing affordable access to all parts of society, overcoming digital illiteracy, cost barriers and physical disabilities. One solution could be to provide a legal minimum private service. Alternatively, access could be subsidized through taxes or drop in access made easier through institutions such as public libraries or community centres. Addressing these challenges is farce becoming one of society's greatest responsibilities. What do you think?