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Global Mobile Internet Subscribers (2018 - 2021, Million Users)

Industry: Internet Access; Internet Services
Current: Other Industry Indicators

In 2021, Asia-Pacific accounted for 55% of the global internet subscriber base
China continues to dominate the internet market with a share of 24% of the global mobile internet subscriber base
The mobile internet subscriber base in Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East and Africa grew at a CAGR of 10.7% and 12.6%, respectively, during 2018–2021

The number of global internet users increased substantially due to digital transformation through new technologies. The affordability of smartphones and the roll-out of 5G-enabled mobile devices enhanced the demand for mobile internet connections. The demand from the residential segment also grew over the years, and with the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, the demand increased. Online businesses remain the major contributors to this growth, with small and large businesses adopting the digital medium to achieve growth and increase customer reach. Businesses recovered to some extent in 2021 with the gradual decrease in COVID-19 cases globally, leading to an increase in the use of internet by the business segment.

In 2021, Asia-Pacific accounted for 55% of the global internet subscriber base, followed by the Middle East and Africa, and Europe with 16% and 14%, respectively. South America and North America accounted for 8% and 7%, respectively.

In 2021, Asia-Pacific accounted for 53% of the global mobile internet subscriber base, followed by the Middle East and Africa, and Europe with 18% and 13%, respectively. South America and North America accounted for 8% and 7%, respectively.

China continues to dominate the internet market with a share of 24% of the global mobile internet subscriber base due to its significant presence in the smartphone market through its low-cost manufacturing capability.. Key telecom giants in China's internet market include China Mobile Communications Group Co, China Unicorn (Hong Kong) Limited, and China Telecom Corporation Limited. India accounted for 11% of the global mobile internet subscriber base due to an increase in the consumption of the internet with the roll-out of 4G services and an increase in the number of smartphone users. The US remains the third-largest consumer of mobile internet with a 6% share.

The mobile internet subscriber base in Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East and Africa grew at a CAGR of 10.7% and 12.6%, respectively, during 2018–2021.

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