In 2000, Estonia became the first country in the world to declare Internet access a basic human right — much like food and shelter. (fortune.com)
Belgium has become the first country in the world to appoint a woman as its ambassador to Saudi Arabia, in an apparent show of defiance to the oil - rich autocracy notorious for its abuses of women's rights. (businessinsider.com)
Sierra Leone became the first country in the world to use blockchain technology to verify votes in an election last week. (businessinsider.com)