This is a major achievement and the Internet provides a potentially unique platform for innovation, creativity, economic opportunity and social inclusion, which can make a major contribution to achieving SDG 9. Bridging the digital divide is crucial to ensure access to information and knowledge to all, as well as to foster innovation and entrepreneurship. The issue of "big data analysis also raises challenges concerning data privacy and security, while governments and other stakeholders will need to build capacity and resources to maximize its value" (ITU, 2016).