Muhammad Ali Center joins Connected Nation's attempt to set a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title to expand digital skills access and training to all people worldwide
Louisville, Ky. (September 18, 2026) — Connected Nation (CN) is excited to welcome the Muhammad Ali Center as the latest organization taking part in its attempt to set a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the "longest internet literacy live stream."
The organization advances Muhammad Ali's legacy by creating positive change, pursuing justice, and inspiring greatness around the world. The Muhammad Ali Center will provide essential guidance on digital compassion — a critical need in our increasingly digital world.
"Muhammad Ali understood the importance of unity and bringing people together," said Erin Herbert, Chief Operating Officer, Muhammad Ali Center. "As we work to build a more compassionate world, we're delighted to support Connected Nation in their efforts expanding digital literacy and opportunity across the nation."
The Muhammad Ali Center joins more than 25 national and international organizations participating in "25 Hours. One Connected World," an international event aimed at expanding access to digital skills training and raising awareness of the Digital Divide.
The world record attempt will take place September 24 and 25 and will feature 25 consecutive hours of live, expert-led digital skills training. The sessions are all free and accessible globally via live stream at bit.ly/CNWorldRecord.
"Attempting this world record is our way of shining a spotlight on the critical role digital literacy plays in modern life," said Tom Ferree, Chairman & CEO, CN. "The internet connects us to information, education, entertainment, and opportunity, but only if people have the skills to use it effectively. For 25 consecutive hours, we'll be bringing those skills to communities everywhere. We're honored to have the Muhammad Ali Center join this effort and bring its message of compassion and justice to help ensure no one is left behind."
Globally, billions of people who are online still lack the basic skills to use digital devices and services safely, according to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), making initiatives like this critical for improving lives. In the United States alone, nearly 1 in 3 workers lack the foundational digital skills needed to succeed in today’s economy, according to the National Skills Coalition.
The GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ attempt will feature hands-on training, expert-led sessions, and real-time engagement from live locations spanning Australia, Asia, Europe, Africa, and Latin America, as well as across the United States.
Participants can browse the full schedule of free courses and view a list of training partners at bit.ly/CNWorldRecord, or download it here.
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About the Muhammad Ali Center: The Muhammad Ali Center is a 501(c)(3) that prides itself on being much more than a museum. As an athlete, a humanitarian, a global voice and man guided by faith, Muhammad Ali embodied a pursuit and belief in the greatness found in all people. Founded in 2005 by Lonnie and Muhammad Ali in his hometown of Louisville, the Center is dedicated to honoring Ali and continuing work based on his core principles.
About Connected Nation: Marking its 25th anniversary in 2026, the U.S.-based national nonprofit’s mission is to improve lives by providing innovative solutions that expand access to and increase the adoption and use of broadband (high-speed internet) and its related technologies for all people. Everyone belongs in a Connected Nation. Learn more at connectednation.org