ITU 185d ago

In this special episode of Technologized, ITU's Philippa Biggs speaks with Donna Bethea-Murphy, Senior Vice President of Global Regulatory and Technology Policy at Viasat, and long‑time contributor to the Broadband Commission. Together, they explore: - The State of Broadband Report — its evolution, achievements, and global impact - The rise of satellite broadband and why we may be living through a “second space race” - How the Broadband Commission brings together industry, governments, and civil society - The challenges of communicating complex space technologies to general audiences - The role of satellites in sustainability, disaster warning, connectivity for remote areas, and more - Why space engineering remains an exciting and meaningful career path -The importance of equity in space and ensuring the benefits of the space economy are shared globally Donna also shares stories from her career, insights on explaining complicated science simply, and advice for young people—especially women—entering STEM and space engineering. If you’re interested in space technology, digital inclusion, broadband policy, or the future of global connectivity, this episode is for you. 👉 Don’t forget to like and subscribe, for more deep‑dives into technology shaping our world. #TechnologizedPodcast #SatelliteBroadband #BroadbandCommission #SpaceTechnology #SatelliteInternet #STEMCareers #DigitalInclusion #Viasat #SpaceEngineering #ConnectivityForAll #StateOfBroadband