The number of connections to public Wi-Fi in Moscow has sharply increased amid temporary restrictions on mobile communications due to preparations for the Victory Day parade.
According to the company's data, the total number of connections increased by 92%. A particularly noticeable increase was recorded in coffee shops — by 238%, in fitness clubs — by 199%, and in restaurants — by 192%.
The structure of authorization methods has also changed: users more often chose alternative login options. The number of connections through the "Gosuslugi" portal increased 10 times, through voice calls — three times, and the use of SMS codes doubled.
The situation demonstrated the importance of sustainable access to Wi-Fi in public spaces. According to him, this may become an additional advantage for urban businesses.
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