DR is a superconnected nation

[Dolores]

The Dominican Republic is undergoing a profound digital transformation, solidifying its position as the Caribbean’s digital hub in 2025, 7 Dias reports. With an explosive growth in Internet and social media usage, the country is leading the region in internet connectivity.

According to the “Digital 2025” report, the statistics paint a striking picture: the Dominican Republic is not just connected; it’s revolutionizing the way it lives, works, and communicates.

7 Dias says the recent statistics indicate that by 2025, the Dominican Republic has reached a historic milestone: 10.2 million Internet users, representing an impressive 88.6% of its total population. This marks a 5.6% growth compared to 2024, leaving only 11.4% of Dominicans disconnected, a digital divide that is rapidly shrinking. Mobile connections are also on the rise, with 10.3 million active lines...

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[josh2203]

So which one is correct, the recently discussed DR has worst internet in the whole region or this "superconnected"? I hardly think the "worst internet" and "the country is leading the region in internet connectivity" from the article above can be right?

 

[slowmo]

There must be a superduperconnected category as it normally takes a few trips to my bank here to make a successful transaction, due to machine malfunction at the teller.

 

[NanSanPedro]

There must be a superduperconnected category as it normally takes a few trips to my bank here to make a successful transaction, due to machine malfunction at the teller.

Totally agree. It's what you pay for. I never have problems at the grocery store and rarely at the ATM. Home and on the road are different stories completely.