News: ITU, ADB and the World Bank
By Cosmas Luckyson Zavazava, Director, ITU Telecommunication Development Bureau About 70 per cent of men today use the Internet, compared with 65 per cent of women globally. In some countries, the gap is much wider. The good news is that we are making progress, with the percentage of the world’s women using the Internet increasing […]
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- Bangladesh has embarked on a low-carbon energy transition to reduce its reliance on volatile international gas markets, enhance its energy security, improve its climate resilience, and sustain its economic growth.
The “shared secret” username-password model of authentication comes with security risks too great for digital financial services. Even the best-formulated passwords can be compromised. When user credentials are stolen, people’s investments, credit card accounts, and hard-earned savings tend to follow. Are you working on password-less authentication solutions on blockchain to safeguard people’s money? The ITU […]
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The world’s Small Island Developing States (SIDS) will need advanced connectivity and the latest digital technologies to overcome daunting economic development and climate challenges. The Partner2Connect Digital Coalition (P2C) led by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is helping to boost island connectivity through pledges from leading tech companies, development banks, international donors, and national governments. […]
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- 3D-printed assistive devices offer customized, cost-effective solutions for students with disabilities, enhancing inclusive education.
By ITU News How can we ensure artificial intelligence (AI) is really used for good? This was the central question of a virtual media roundtable hosted by the International Telecommunication (ITU) ahead of the annual AI for Good Global Summit, happening from 29 to 31 May with an expected 3,000+ participants. The hope for this […]
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- Asia is a global leader in electric mobility, holding 95% of the world's road-based electric vehicles, which plays a critical role in mitigating climate change. The right policies can lead to sustainable production of the batteries that power these vehicles.
By Timothy Ellam KC (VE6SH), President, International Amateur Radio Union When amateur radio pioneers first gathered in Paris on 18 April 1925, they created the International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) to support their activities worldwide. Since then, the IARU has worked tirelessly to defend and expand the official frequency allocations for amateur radio. Thanks to […]
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- The World Health Organization (WHO) has expressed concerns about the global community’s readiness for pathogen X, a highly contagious virus
- Accessible and affordable 'plug-and-play' technology solutions can play a crucial role in revitalizing Indonesia's micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises.