Policy · 1h ago
Switzerland's 25 Gbit Internet Exposes US Broadband Failures
Switzerland offers 25 Gbit/s fiber broadband at $36/month, while US speeds lag at 210 Mbit/s average. The disparity stems from Swiss municipal ownership and regulation, contrasting with US reliance on private monopolies. This case study challenges the notion that free markets alone deliver optimal internet infrastructure.
Meridian48 take
The article's comparison is valid but oversimplifies: US rural geography and legacy infrastructure also play roles, though policy failures are undeniable.
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