News: ITU, ADB and the World Bank
- Hackathons bring together computer programmers, engineers, and others involved in software development to create code for new software or improve on an existing one.
- A project supported by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has converted Huangshi City in the People’s Republic of China (PRC) from an industrial city into an eco-friendly tourist destination through innovative solutions.
By ITU News Leaders from the United Nations, industry, and academia gathered online to answer journalists’ burning questions about the rise of generative artificial intelligence and what it means for global governance ahead of the AI for Good Global Summit to be convened by ITU from 6 to 7 July. The goal of the Summit, […]
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By Doreen Bogdan-Martin, Secretary-General, ITU Geneva is a global hub for multilateralism, well positioned to move complex governance issues forward in line with core United Nations values. The AI for Good Global Summit convened by ITU on 6 and 7 July is the first opportunity for the world’s leading voices on artificial intelligence to come […]
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- The insurance sector can be a game-changer by managing risks from climate change in Asia and the Pacific, protecting ecosystems, and supporting the shift towards a sustainable future.
By ITU News The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has announced a new initiative to prepare women from developing and middle-income countries for meaningful roles in cybersecurity policy negotiations. The Her CyberTracks initiative, set to run this year from June to December, with an initial focus on select African and European countries, aims at promoting the equal, […]
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By Nikolai Vassiliev, Chief, ITU Terrestrial Services Department Seafarers are the engine that propels the global maritime industry. The world’s 1.9 million seafarers are responsible for operating and maintaining vessels and navigating the seas – thereby enabling safe passage of more than 80 per cent of goods traded between countries yearly. At the same time, […]
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- More countries are now considering the use of bioengineering in road infrastructure design and natural hazard work due to its positive impact on climate risks.
By ITU News Rapid global digital transformation entails both risks and opportunities. Even amid concerns about the latest artificial intelligence (AI) platforms, advanced data and digital technologies are widely recognized as a viable way to put sustainable development back on track. The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is looking for digital projects, applications, policies, and ideas […]
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- Uzbekistan has been making significant progress in enhancing its road infrastructure to facilitate trade, improve local economic prospects, and create social opportunities.