By the end of 2017, there were already 3.7 billion internet users. The expansion of Internet infrastructure is progressing rapidly in most countries, whereupon by mid-2018 3.9 billion users were counted. In December 2018 a further increase to 4.1 billion was recorded, whereby, of course, the participation in the interactive stock exchange and forex market is steadily growing. By 2025, 7 billion people are expected online as Elon Musks StarLink project makes it possible.