The Impact of Internet Connectivity on Income Inequality- An Empirical Analysis

Our paper contributes to the strands of empirical literature and explores the intricate relationship between a nation's income distribution and its utilization of the Internet. Using a comprehensive panel dataset spanning 162 countries over three decades (1990-2021), this paper empirically examines how strengthening Internet connectivity influences a country's inequality levels. The findings reveal a statistically significant relationship between Internet connectivity and income inequality.., this paper empirically examines how strengthening Internet connectivity influences a country's inequality levels. The findings reveal a statistically significant relationship between Internet connectivity and income inequality.