Digital@UNGA is back in New York for its fourth edition, bigger and bolder than ever. The leading multistakeholder platform for digital cooperation at #UNGA81, bringing global voices together to shape an inclusive digital future. Explore this year's platform: https://lnkd.in/gnTHPwWu UNDP
International Telecommunication Union
Telecommunications
Connecting the world, together.
About us
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is the United Nations agency for digital technologies, driving innovation for people and the planet with 194 Member States and a membership of over 1,000 companies, universities, civil society, and international and regional organizations. Established in 1865, ITU coordinates the global use of the radio spectrum and satellite orbits, establishes international technology standards, drives universal connectivity and digital services, and is helping to make sure everyone benefits from sustainable digital transformation, including the most remote communities. From artificial intelligence to quantum, from satellites and submarine cables to advanced mobile and wireless broadband networks, ITU is committed to connecting the world and beyond.
- Website
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https://www.itu.int
External link for International Telecommunication Union
- Industry
- Telecommunications
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Geneva
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1865
Locations
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Primary
Get directions
Place des Nations
Geneva, CH-1211, CH
Employees at International Telecommunication Union
Updates
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From inclusive learning and accessibility to AI ethics, autonomy & responsibility... The latest episode of the ITU Future Innovators podcast explores how youth are using AI to transform education and healthcare. Listen now🎧: https://lnkd.in/dFTXR8kK #YouthLead
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Got a groundbreaking video coding innovation? The International Telecommunication Union, the ISO - International Organization for Standardization and IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) (IEC) are inviting proposals for the next generation of video-compression technology, seeking innovations that significantly surpass the capabilities of the current Versatile Video Coding (VVC) standard. https://lnkd.in/dvVPhbY7
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How can satellite technologies expand connectivity to underserved communities? Join the conversation at #ITUWTPF-26 from 2-4 September in Nassau, the Bahamas https://wtpf.itu.int/2026/
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Just another day in our digital odyssey… Every day -- from the moment we wake up to the way we navigate, discover, explore and respond to unexpected dangers -- visible and invisible digital lifelines help keep the world running. Swipe to see our connected world through the lenses of WSIS Process 2026 Photo Contest Finalists.
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Closing the gender gap in AI will require partnerships and collaboration - Ghalya Al Mannaee from the General Women's Union of the United Arab Emirates shares her key takeaway from the Network of Women Ministers and Leaders in ICT Breakfast at the AI for Good Global Summit.
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Helping people get online? Or know someone whose work deserves a nomination? Tag them in the comments! Submissions for the Digital@UNGA Awards, Digital Inclusion category, are open until 4 August. https://lnkd.in/ezMiBRtG
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ITU Joins Gateways to Public Digital Learning Initiative, strengthening a global effort to help governments build high-quality public digital learning platforms, advancing inclusive and accessible digital education around the world. 🔗: https://lnkd.in/eSaByBip UNESCO UNICEF
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How can we design modern policy frameworks to accelerate digital entrepreneurship and empower local MSMEs? Join the conversation at #ITUWTPF-26 from 2-4 September in Nassau, the Bahamas https://wtpf.itu.int/2026/