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Retail Asia06/10/2022

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has announced that the Philippines was re-elected to the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) Council on October 3 in Bucharest, Romania. One hundred and ninety-three member states of the ITU selected 48 states to lead the Council. The Philippines is among the 13 states selected from Region E […]

Retail Asia13/06/2022

At Asia Tech Singapore 2022, HE Bolor-Erdene Battsengel, State Secretary, Ministry of Digital Development and Communications, Mongolia, took to the stage to share her views on the changing roles of women in tech with fellow guest panellists. Digital governance is a key agenda for many countries. What have been some initiatives rolled out? Mongolia aims to build a digital nation. In this context, a number of basic system and […]

Retail Asia25/02/2022

Members of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) have approved the fourth technology as part of ongoing standards development for 5G mobile services. Known as “DECT 5G-SRIT”, the new technology supports a range of uses, from wireless telephony and audio streaming to the industrial Internet of Things (IoT) applications, particularly in smart cities. It was added […]

Retail Asia25/05/2018

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) – the United Nations specialized agency for information and communication technologies (ICT) – is now accepting entries for the ITU Telecom World Awards 2018, recognizing the most outstanding and innovative initiatives around the globe using ICTs for social good. Entries can be submitted online today through 3 August 2018. A […]

Retail Asia28/03/2017

Can artificial intelligence (AI) help resolve global challenges such as poverty, hunger, health, education, equality and environmental protection? The International Telecommunications Union (ITU) is hosting the AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva this June. The summit, to be held in partnership with UN agencies, including OHCHR, UNESCO, UNICEF, UNICRI, UNIDO, UNITAR and UN Global […]

Retail Asia07/12/2016

South Korea’s largest automaker Hyundai Motor Company has joined the ITU’s standardization arm (ITU-T) to contribute to creating standards for connected cars. As a new member, Hyundai will support the coordinated development of intelligent transport systems that will improve the passenger experience, road safety and reduce traffic congestion and emissions. “ITU is well placed to […]

Retail Asia22/11/2016

ITU today announced the winners of its prestigious ITU Telecom World Awards, which recognize excellence and innovation in ICT solutions with social impact. The Awards were announced by ITU Secretary-General Houlin Zhao at a buzzing ceremony in the presence of H.E. Air Chief Marshal Prajin Juntong, Deputy Prime Minister and Acting Minister of Digital Economy […]

Retail Asia21/11/2016

ITU Telecom World 2016 wrapped up proceedings today at IMPACT Convention and Exhibition Center, Bangkok, following an action-packed programme of showcasing, debate, networking and Awards. The event, which was formally opened in the presence of H.R.H Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, Kingdom of Thailand and General Chan-o-cha Prayut, Prime Minister, Kingdom of Thailand included big names, […]

Retail Asia25/10/2016

ITU standards experts have doubled the access speeds achievable with the G.fast standard, achieving the capability of enabling data rates of up to 2Gbps over traditional copper telephone last mile connections. The new standard has achieved first-stage approval, and is expected to see final approval by the end of the year, the ITU said. The […]

Retail Asia12/10/2016

South Korea’s Ministry of Science, ICT and Future Planning will host next year’s ITU Telecom World conference in the city of Busan. The event will take place on September 25-28. It will include an international exhibition designed to showcase new technologies in areas including smart cities, 5G, IoT, automation and AI. An accompanying forum will […]

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Philippines Re-elected as ITU Council Member

Mongolia to Take Digital Development to a New Level

Fourth radio interface technology added to 5G standards

ITU Telecom World Awards launches 2018 edition

ITU to hold summit on AI for social good

Hyundai joins ITU to help drive connected car standards

ITU Telecom World Awards 2016 winners announced

ITU Telecom World 2016 highlights importance of collaboration across ICT ecosystem

ITU pushes G.fast speeds to 2Gbps

ITU Telecom World 2017 to be held in South Korea