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Public library in the US already lend ebook since a solid decade.

It’s a private product, called overdrive. Now rebranded as “Libby”. Streamlined iOS/android app, works exactly as a physical books.

Also: Public library are one of the few third space in the US. It’s absolutely way more than lending books.

I don’t know where you live but I’m confident that visiting your local branch you will see a lot of activities taking place there.