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“Technology for Good”- is an ITU series that focuses on how technology is helping to shape the world around us. Listen now...and don't forget to subscribe to hear the next episode in our brand new series!

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In this episode we are focusing on ICT accessibility - specifically for persons with disabilities. People who identify as living with disability represent 15% of the world’s population, which is currently around 1 billion people. Within this population there exists a very wide array of disabilities encompassing physical mobility, autism and speech delays, persons who are deaf and hard of hearing, and persons with visual disability . Up to 70% of disabilities are invisible but they can still present a barrier to access and use the growing range of information technologies available. 

This episode explores innovations in the accessibility space from established companies like Google and Microsoft to the new softwares and entrepreneurial ventures developed by people living with disability who experienced and realised a need that was not being met, and did something about it.  With many extracts from the WSIS FORUM 2021 discussions.

This podcast is the eleventh episode of “Technology for Good”- an ITU podcast series that focuses on how technology is helping to shape the world around us. Listen now...and don't forget to like and subscribe to be the first to hear the next episode! Available on Soundcloud, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more.

Presented and directed by: Maximillian Jacobson - Gonzalez
Produced and written by: Philippa Young
Edited by: Jo Barratt

Technology For Good #11 Accessibility for all

Ageing is becoming a megatrend. Around the world birth rates are declining, while people are living longer, healthier lives. For the first time in human history, people over the age of 60 outnumber those under the age of five. A population predicted to reach 2 billion by the year 2050. 

To help us prepare for this new reality, the World Health Organization and the United Nations have launched the Decade of Healthy Ageing. From 2021 to 2030, this decade will contain milestones related to the Sustainable Development Goals. 

In this episode we are focusing on how technology can have a major part to play in ensuring that this population does not go underserved, but that will only happen if both technology creators and policy makers are aware of and act on this dramatic shift in the global demographic. 

Featuring plenty of great content including interviews and extracts from experts and luminaries at major ITU events this year such as WSIS FORUM 2021 and facts and figures from ITU's brand new report: "Ageing in a digital world - from vulnerable to valuable".

This podcast is the twelfth episode of “Technology for Good”- an ITU podcast series that focuses on how technology is helping to shape the world around us. Listen now...and don't forget to like and subscribe to be the first to hear the next episode! Available on Soundcloud, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more.

Presented and directed by: Maximillian Jacobson - Gonzalez
Produced and written by: Philippa Young
Edited by: Jo Barratt

For more information visit:
http://www..itu.int
and
https://www.itu.int/en/myitu/Publications/2021/05/17/12/55/Ageing-in-a-digital-world--from-vulnerable-to-valuable

Technology For Good #12:  Healthy ageing In a digital world

Not only does the technology we use create mountains of e-waste that can be difficult to dispose of safely, but much of it also contains valuable, rare and finite minerals and metals that are essential for the continuing production of new models of technology. Very few countries regulate this waste stream. E-waste is not just a topic for environmentalists, but for all technology producers and policymakers. Hear about this and the efforts to improve e-waste management, from our expert speakers on this episode of Technology for Good which is  being launched for International E-waste Day, an annual UN day to highlight the growing e-waste issue.

This podcast is the fourteenth episode of “Technology for Good”- an ITU podcast series that focuses on how technology is helping to shape the world around us. Listen now...and don't forget to like and subscribe to be the first to hear the next episode! Available on Soundcloud, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more.

Presented and directed by: Maximillian Jacobson - Gonzalez
Produced and written by: Philippa Young
Edited by: Jo Barratt

For more information visit:
http://www..itu.int

Technology For Good # 14: E-waste - using, repairing and recycling

"I am bursting with feeling about urgency and opportunity, to ensure that tech can accelerate gender equality. When women and girls have an equal chance to thrive and lead everyone benefits”

Jamie M. Zimmerman from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, talks to us in our Technology for Good podcast series. 
 
For the next 5 episodes of Technology for Good, we are focusing on technological challenges and opportunities through the eyes of some incredible and inspirational women in tech, in the run up to and during the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference, or PP-22. This major event will gather policymakers from ITU’s 193 member states to take decisions that will shape the future of technology, making it greener, more gender and youth inclusive and more accessible to everyone on our planet.

This podcast is the fifteenth episode of Technology for Good- an ITU podcast series that focuses on how technology is helping to shape the world around us.

Listen now...and don't forget to like and subscribe to be the first to hear the next episode!

Available on Soundcloud, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more.

Presented and Directed by: Maximillian Jacobson-Gonzalez
Co-presented by: Tiziana Ballester

Produced and Edited by: Gianluca Allaria

Production Assistants: Martina Camellini, Adeleh Mojtahed

 
#WomeninTech

https://pp22.itu.int/en/newsroom/podcast1-women-in-tech/

Technology for Good #15: Women in Tech - Jamie M. Zimmerman, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

"We need to be inspired by the young population…It's our goal is to make sure that every student will find the place and do the jobs… that they are the best at. Looking for talent is a key thing”  Justyna Orlowska, Prime Minister’s High Representative for Government Technology and Game Development and the Minister of Education and Science’s High Representative for Digital Transformation in Poland, shares some valuable insights in our Technology for Good podcast series.
 
For the next 5 episodes of Technology for Good, we are focusing on technological challenges and opportunities through the eyes of some incredible and inspirational women in tech, in the run up to and during the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference, or PP-22. This major event will gather policymakers from ITU’s 193 member states to take decisions that will shape the future of technology, making it greener, more gender and youth inclusive and more accessible to everyone on our planet.

This podcast is the sixteenth episode of Technology for Good- an ITU podcast series that focuses on how technology is helping to shape the world around us.

Listen now...and don't forget to like and subscribe to be among the first to hear the next episode!

Available on Soundcloud, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more.

Presented and Directed by: Maximillian Jacobson-Gonzalez
Co-presented by: Martina Camellini

Produced and Edited by: Gianluca Allaria

Production Assistants: Adeleh Mojtahed, Tiziana Ballester


https://pp22.itu.int/en/newsroom/itu-podcasts2-women-in-tech/

Technology for Good #16: Women in Tech - Justyna Orlowska, PM's High Rep. for GovTech, Poland

“We always think about the socio-demographic factors of how technologies are built, intersect with socio-demographic factors such as race, gender and sexual orientation. And it is really important that those who are building these technologies are aware, are reflective of our diverse backgrounds, ideas, our beliefs, all of that. That is how we get our future technology right.”  Sinead Bovell, Founder, WAYE and Youth Tech Leader

For 5 episodes of Technology for Good, we are focusing on technological challenges and opportunities through the eyes of some incredible and inspirational women in tech, in the run up to and during the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference, or PP-22. This major event will gather policymakers from ITU’s 193 member states to take decisions that will shape the future of technology, making it greener, more gender and youth inclusive and more accessible to everyone on our planet.

This podcast is the seventeenth episode of Technology for Good- an ITU podcast series that focuses on how technology is helping to shape the world around us.

Listen now...and don't forget to like and subscribe to be among the first to hear the next episode!

Available on Soundcloud, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more.

Presented and Directed by: Maximillian Jacobson-Gonzalez
Co-presented by: Adeleh Mojtahed

Produced and Edited by: Gianluca Allaria

Production Assistants: Tiziana Ballester, Martina Camellini

Technology for Good #17: Women in Tech - Sinead Bovell, Founder, WAYE and Youth Tech Leader

"I think we have seen that technology has its pros and cons. As the world is becoming a global village, we also have to deal with waste from technological products that are becoming a growing concern, especially for the sustainability of our planet. I think there is an opportunity to innovate, and technology has proven itself as a catalyst for innovation... using technology as an opportunity to preserve the planet.

Hon. Emma Inamutila Theofelus, Deputy Minister of the ICT Ministry, Namibia

For 5 episodes of Technology for Good, we are focusing on technological challenges and opportunities through the eyes of some incredible and inspirational women in tech, in the run up to and during the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference, or PP-22. This major event will gather policymakers from ITU’s 193 member states to take decisions that will shape the future of technology, making it greener, more gender and youth inclusive and more accessible to everyone on our planet.

This podcast is the eighteenth episode of Technology for Good- an ITU podcast series that focuses on how technology is helping to shape the world around us.

Listen now...and don't forget to like and subscribe to be among the first to hear the next episode!

Available on Soundcloud, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more.

Presented and Directed by: Maximillian Jacobson-Gonzalez
Co-presented by: Sophiyat Sadiq

Produced and Edited by: Gianluca Allaria

Production Assistants: Tiziana Ballester, Martina Camellini, Adeleh Mojtahed

Technology for Good #18: Women in Tech -  Hon. Emma Inamutila Theofulus, Dep. Minister, ICT, Namibia

Interview with Isabelle Mauro, Director General, Global Satellite Operators Association (GSOA), at the Global Symposium for Regulators 2024 (GSR-24), Kampala, Uganda, 1-4 July 2024.

For further information:
http://www.itu.int/gsr

#ITUGSR

GSR-24 INTERVIEWS: Isabelle Mauro, Director General, Global Satellite Operators Association (GSOA)

Interview with Alberto Hernando de Castro, CEO and Founder, Kido Dynamics, at the World Telecommunication Standards Symposium 2024 (WTSA-24), 14 – 24 October 2024, New Delhi, India.

For further information please visit: https://www.itu.int/wtsa/2024

ITU INTERVIEWS @ WTSA-24:  Alberto Hernando de Castro, CEO and Founder, Kido Dynamics

Rodney Taylor, Chair of the WTPF-26 IEG and Secretary-General of the Caribbean Telecommunications Union, speaks with Gretchen Bueermann, from the WTPF-26 secretariat, about the significance of the upcoming World Telecommunication/ICT Policy Forum. Their conversation examines why this global dialogue matters in today's rapidly evolving digital landscape and how the forum helps shape policies for inclusive connectivity. Taylor shares perspectives on international cooperation and the preparatory process that brings diverse stakeholders together to address critical telecommunications challenges.

ITU interviews and soundbites may be edited for content and duration. The views and opinions expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the ITU.


ITU Technologized: Building Consensus: WTPF-26 and the Future of ICT/Telecommunications Policy

Tobias Kaufmann Vice Chair of the WTPF-26 IEG, EUR Region, speaks with Gretchen Bueermann, from the WTPF-26 secretariat, about ongoing preparations for the 2026  World Telecommunications ICT Policy Forum (WTPF), which will address five interconnected priorities: bridging digital divides, green digital transformation, resilience of telecommunications and ICTs, space connectivity, and strengthening ICT-centric innovation ecosystems and entrepreneurship.

Tobias Kaufmann explains how these topics complement each other to address global needs and technological challenges. He emphasizes the importance of the WTPF as a platform for facilitating inclusive dialogue, sharing best practices, and developing a shared vision for an inclusive, sustainable, and resilient digital future.

Read the new draft report here: https://www.itu.int/md/S24-WTPF26PREP-R-0003/en and make your voice heard through the open consultation: https://wtpf.itu.int/2026/consultations/march-2025/

ITU interviews and soundbites may be edited for content and duration. The views and opinions expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the ITU.

ITU Technologized: Shaping a Shared Digital Future: WTPF-26 and developing a shared vision

Welcome to the first episode of ITU Tech Monthly, brought to you by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the United Nations Agency for Digital Technologies. In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of quantum technology and explore its potential to revolutionize our lives.

Join host Maximillian Jacobson-Gonzalez and special guest Gillian Makamara from ITU as they discuss:

- The basics of quantum technology and its core principles like superposition and entanglement.
- The significance of the International Year of Quantum Science in 2025.
- The parallels between the evolution of AI and quantum technology.
- The role of ITU in setting standards for quantum communications.
- Real-world applications of quantum technology in fields like healthcare and communications.
- The challenges and opportunities in making quantum technology accessible and inclusive.

Don't miss this insightful conversation on how quantum technology can shape a better future for all. Subscribe to ITU Tech Monthly for more exciting discussions on the latest technological advancements!

🔗 Visit our website: www.itu.int 

📅 AI for Good Summit: July 2025 in Geneva, Switzerland

#QuantumTechnology #TechPodcast #ITU #Innovation #DigitalFuture #AIforGood #QuantumComputing #TechMonthly #Podcast

ITU Tech Monthly | Advancing Quantum Technology for Good

🌍 ITU Tech Monthly – Episode 2: All you ever wanted to know about GeoAI

🎙️ Interviewer: Maximillian Jacobson-Gonzalez | 🎧 Guest: Andrea Manara (ITU)

In this episode of ITU Tech Monthly, we explore the transformative power of GeoAI—the fusion of geospatial data and artificial intelligence—and how it's shaping a more sustainable, equitable future for all.

Join us as Andrea Manara from the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) shares real-world applications of GeoAI, from enhancing food security with the FAO, to detecting illegal activities in the Amazon with UNODC, and even estimating pollution levels using satellite imagery in collaboration with Politecnico di Milano.

🔍 Topics covered:

What is GeoAI and why it matters
Geospatial foundation models and their capabilities
Integration with 6G, IoT, and next-gen networks
Real-world use cases in sustainable development
Ethical considerations and data bias
The future of democratized GeoAI tools

Whether you're a tech enthusiast, policymaker, or just curious about how AI is helping humanity, this episode offers a fascinating glimpse into the future of digital innovation.

📌 Subscribe to ITU Tech Monthly for more insights

visit: www.itu.int

🎧 Available on all major podcast platforms.

#GeoAI #SustainableDevelopment #ITU #ArtificialIntelligence #GeospatialData #TechForGood #DigitalInnovation #UNTech #SmartTech #ITUtechmonthly

ITU Tech Monthly | All you ever wanted to know about GeoAI

🌍 ITU Tech Monthly – Episode 3: All you ever wanted to know about space safety

In this episode of ITU Tech Monthly, we explore the rapidly evolving world of space safety, sustainability, and security with Thomas Gonzalez Roberts, Academic in Residence at the International Telecommunication Union and incoming professor at Georgia Tech.
Interviewer: Maximillian Jacobson - Gonzalez

🔭 Whether you're a space enthusiast, tech professional, or just curious about the future of our skies, this episode offers a fascinating look at the challenges and innovations shaping the final frontier.

🚀 What’s inside:
Why the night sky is filling up with satellites.
The growing risks of orbital debris and radiofrequency interference.
How AI is revolutionizing space safety.
The role of  major players in shaping the orbital landscape.
The environmental impact of satellite deorbiting.
What the future holds for space governance and global cooperation.

📡 Learn more about ITU’s work in space at www.itu.int 

And check out ITU's Space Connect series at  https://www.itu.int/space-connect/ 

You can watch videos from the ITU Space Connect webinar series on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpoIPNlF8P2MfrAePbmXKBhvq0LwyGyYS

👉 Don’t forget to like and subscribe for more insights from the world of digital technologies.

#SpaceSafety #AIinSpace #ITU #TechMonthly #SatelliteTechnology #SpaceDebris #Sustainability #digitalinnovation 

ITU is the leading United Nations agency for information and communication technologies (ICTs), driving innovation in ICTs together with 193 Member States and a membership of some 900 private sector entities and academic institutions. Established over 150 years ago in 1865, ITU is the intergovernmental body responsible for coordinating the shared global use of the radio spectrum, promoting international cooperation in assigning satellite orbits, improving communication infrastructure in the developing world, and establishing the worldwide standards that foster seamless interconnection of a vast range of communications systems. From broadband networks to cutting-edge wireless technologies, aeronautical and maritime navigation, radio astronomy, oceanographic and satellite-based earth monitoring as well as converging fixed-mobile phone, Internet and broadcasting technologies, ITU is committed to connecting the world.

The materials contained on this podcast channel are for information purposes only. ITU expressly disclaims all liability to any person in respect of anything and in respect of the consequences of anything said or omitted to be said wholly or partly in reliance upon the whole or any part of the contents of this podcast channel. ITU is not responsible for any third party content which may be accessed through this podcast channel. ITU interviews and soundbites may be edited for content and duration. The views and opinions expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the ITU.

ITU holds copyright in the information available on this podcast channel, unless otherwise stated. Copyright in any third-party materials found on this podcast channel must also be respected.

ITU Tech Monthly | All you ever wanted to know about space safety

Dr. Cosmas Zavazava, Director of ITU’s Telecommunication Development Bureau, shares his thoughts on the vision and global momentum behind the upcoming World Telecommunication Development Conference (WTDC) 2025, which will be hosted by the Government of Azerbaijan in Baku from 17 to 28 November 2025.


🎯 Key topics include:

- The mission to connect the remaining 2.6 billion people offline
- What “meaningful connectivity” really means
- Cybersecurity and child online protection
- Digital transformation and regulatory innovation
- Bridging the digital divide and empowering marginalized communities
- The role of international cooperation and resource mobilization

🌍 WTDC 2025 is a catalyst for inclusive and sustainable digital development. Tune in to learn how global collaboration is shaping a connected future for all.

🔗 Learn more: www.itu.int/WTDC25

📌 Subscribe for more episodes exploring how technology is driving progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals.

ITU is the leading United Nations agency for information and communication technologies (ICTs), driving innovation in ICTs together with 193 Member States and a membership of some 900 private sector entities and academic institutions. Established over 150 years ago in 1865, ITU is the intergovernmental body responsible for coordinating the shared global use of the radio spectrum, promoting international cooperation in assigning satellite orbits, improving communication infrastructure in the developing world, and establishing the worldwide standards that foster seamless interconnection of a vast range of communications systems. From broadband networks to cutting-edge wireless technologies, aeronautical and maritime navigation, radio astronomy, oceanographic and satellite-based earth monitoring as well as converging fixed-mobile phone, Internet and broadcasting technologies, ITU is committed to connecting the world.

The materials contained on this podcast channel are for information purposes only. ITU expressly disclaims all liability to any person in respect of anything and in respect of the consequences of anything said or omitted to be said wholly or partly in reliance upon the whole or any part of the contents of this podcast channel. ITU is not responsible for any third party content which may be accessed through this podcast channel. ITU interviews and soundbites may be edited for content and duration. The views and opinions expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the ITU.

ITU holds copyright in the information available on this podcast channel, unless otherwise stated. Copyright in any third-party materials found on this podcast channel must also be respected.

ITU Tech for Sustainable  Development | Ep. 001 WTDC 2025 - Connecting the Unconnected

In this episode of ITU Tech Monthly, we explore the transformative Smart Villages and Smart Islands Initiative with Ashish Narayan, Program Coordinator at ITU’s Asia and Pacific Regional Office.

🌍 From remote islands in Vanuatu to rural villages in Pakistan, discover how communities are leapfrogging into the digital future through:

- Broadband connectivity and affordable digital services
- Community-driven innovation and digital skills training
- Real-world success stories in e-education, e-health, and mobile payments
- Multi-stakeholder collaboration for scalable, sustainable impact

💡 Learn how technology is being used to empower women, youth, and vulnerable populations—and why smart solutions must be locally driven and globally supported.

Find out more about the Smart Villages and Smart Islands Initiative:
https://www.itu.int/en/ITU-D/ICT-Applications/Pages/Initiatives/ASP/Smart-Islands/Smart-Islands-Initiative.aspx

👉 Don’t forget to like and subscribe for more insights from the world of digital technologies.

🔗 Learn more about ITU: www.itu.int

🎧 Available on all major podcast platforms.

#digitalinclusion #SmartVillages #SmartIslands #digitaltransformation 

ITU is the leading United Nations agency for information and communication technologies (ICTs), driving innovation in ICTs together with 193 Member States and a membership of some 900 private sector entities and academic institutions. Established over 150 years ago in 1865, ITU is the intergovernmental body responsible for coordinating the shared global use of the radio spectrum, promoting international cooperation in assigning satellite orbits, improving communication infrastructure in the developing world, and establishing the worldwide standards that foster seamless interconnection of a vast range of communications systems. From broadband networks to cutting-edge wireless technologies, aeronautical and maritime navigation, radio astronomy, oceanographic and satellite-based earth monitoring as well as converging fixed-mobile phone, Internet and broadcasting technologies, ITU is committed to connecting the world.

The materials contained on this podcast channel are for information purposes only. ITU expressly disclaims all liability to any person in respect of anything and in respect of the consequences of anything said or omitted to be said wholly or partly in reliance upon the whole or any part of the contents of this podcast channel. ITU is not responsible for any third party content which may be accessed through this podcast channel. ITU interviews and soundbites may be edited for content and duration. The views and opinions expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the ITU.

ITU holds copyright in the information available on this podcast channel, unless otherwise stated. Copyright in any third-party materials found on this podcast channel must also be respected.

ITU Tech Monthly | Smart villages & smart islands: How tech is transforming remote communities

In this episode of ITU Tech Monthly, we sit down with Irene Kaggwa, Programme Manager of Giga, the joint initiative by ITU and UNICEF working to connect every school in the world to the Internet.

🌐 Why it matters:

- Internet access transforms education, especially in remote and underserved communities.
- Giga empowers students, teachers, and governments with digital tools and inclusive learning.
- It’s not just about connectivity—it’s about equity, opportunity, and preparing youth for an AI-driven future.

🛠️ What you’ll learn:

- How Giga maps schools, mobilizes funding, and supports implementation
- The challenges of rural connectivity and how GIGA overcomes them
- Real-world stories of impact—from digital inclusion for children with disabilities to AI readiness in classrooms
- Upcoming milestones and global partnerships, including Google.org and the will.i.am Foundation

📲 Learn more at www.giga.global

🎧 Subscribe to ITU Tech Monthly for more insights into how technology is shaping a more inclusive world.

 #digitalinclusion  #techforgood  #educationtechnology   #aiforeducation   #digitalequity  #edtech

ITU is the United Nations agency for digital technologies, driving innovation together with 193 Member States and a membership of some 900 private sector entities and academic institutions. Established over 150 years ago in 1865, ITU is the intergovernmental body responsible for coordinating the shared global use of the radio spectrum, promoting international cooperation in assigning satellite orbits, improving communication infrastructure in the developing world, and establishing the worldwide standards that foster seamless interconnection of a vast range of communications systems. From broadband networks to cutting-edge wireless technologies, aeronautical and maritime navigation, radio astronomy, oceanographic and satellite-based earth monitoring as well as converging fixed-mobile phone, Internet and broadcasting technologies, ITU is committed to connecting the world.

The materials contained on this podcast channel are for information purposes only. ITU expressly disclaims all liability to any person in respect of anything and in respect of the consequences of anything said or omitted to be said wholly or partly in reliance upon the whole or any part of the contents of this podcast channel. ITU is not responsible for any third party content which may be accessed through this podcast channel. ITU interviews and soundbites may be edited for content and duration. The views and opinions expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the ITU.

ITU holds copyright in the information available on this podcast channel, unless otherwise stated. Copyright in any third-party materials found on this podcast channel must also be respected.

ITU Tech Monthly | Giga: How do you connect every school to the Internet

In this special episode of Technologized, ITU's Philippa Biggs speaks with Donna Bethea-Murphy, Senior Vice President of Global Regulatory and Technology Policy at Viasat, and long‑time contributor to the Broadband Commission.

Together, they explore:

- The State of Broadband Report — its evolution, achievements, and global impact
- The rise of satellite broadband and why we may be living through a “second space race”
- How the Broadband Commission brings together industry, governments, and civil society
- The challenges of communicating complex space technologies to general audiences
- The role of satellites in sustainability, disaster warning, connectivity for remote areas, and more
- Why space engineering remains an exciting and meaningful career path
-The importance of equity in space and ensuring the benefits of the space economy are shared globally

Donna also shares stories from her career, insights on explaining complicated science simply, and advice for young people—especially women—entering STEM and space engineering.

If you’re interested in space technology, digital inclusion, broadband policy, or the future of global connectivity, this episode is for you.

👉 Don’t forget to like and subscribe, for more deep‑dives into technology shaping our world.

#TechnologizedPodcast #SatelliteBroadband #BroadbandCommission #SpaceTechnology 
#SatelliteInternet #STEMCareers #DigitalInclusion #Viasat #SpaceEngineering 
#ConnectivityForAll #StateOfBroadband

ITU Technologized | The future of satellite broadband: Inside the State of Broadband 2025

AI is reshaping the entire radio ecosystem — from content creation and multilingual translation to spectrum management and crisis communications.

In this episode of ITU Tech Monthly, we speak with Thiago Aguiar Soares, Senior Radiocommunication Engineer at the ITU Radiocommunication Bureau, to explore how AI is becoming a powerful assistant across radio production and broadcasting workflows.

We dive into:
- How AI supports scripting, editing, music scheduling, and real‑time translation
- How broadcasters use AI for spectrum monitoring and interference detection
- Why content authentication tools like C2PA are essential in the age of deepfakes
- How radio remains vital for emergency alerts — and how AI enhances early warning systems
- How ITU Study Group 6 is helping shape global AI‑related broadcast standards

Despite rapid advances, Thiago emphasizes one message: AI is a tool, not a voice — and the human touch remains essential for trust, safety, and meaningful audience connection.

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Learn more at https://www.itu.int

#aitech  #radiobroadcasting  #digitaltransformation  #SpectrumManagement #C2PA #emergencycommunications  #itu  #techpodcast  #artificialintelligencesingularity 

ITU is the leading United Nations agency for digital technologies, driving innovation together with 193 Member States and a membership of some 900 private sector entities and academic institutions. Established over 150 years ago in 1865, ITU is the intergovernmental body responsible for coordinating the shared global use of the radio spectrum, promoting international cooperation in assigning satellite orbits, improving communication infrastructure in the developing world, and establishing the worldwide standards that foster seamless interconnection of a vast range of communications systems. From broadband networks to cutting-edge wireless technologies, aeronautical and maritime navigation, radio astronomy, oceanographic and satellite-based earth monitoring as well as converging fixed-mobile phone, Internet and broadcasting technologies, ITU is committed to connecting the world.

The materials contained on this podcast channel are for information purposes only. ITU expressly disclaims all liability to any person in respect of anything and in respect of the consequences of anything said or omitted to be said wholly or partly in reliance upon the whole or any part of the contents of this podcast channel. ITU is not responsible for any third party content which may be accessed through this podcast channel. ITU interviews and soundbites may be edited for content and duration. The views and opinions expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the ITU.

ITU holds copyright in the information available on this podcast channel, unless otherwise stated. Copyright in any third-party materials found on this podcast channel must also be respected.

ITU Tech Monthly | How AI is transforming radio: Workflow, trust & the future of broadcasting

Interview with Khalid A Alnasser, Founder, CEO, PRACTECH at ITU Telecom World 2015, Budapest, Hungary 12-15 October 2015.


Khalid A Alnasser, Founder, CEO, PRACTECH @ ITU TELECOM WORLD 2015

Unlock the ideas, technologies, and global cooperation shaping our digital future in this special episode of ITU Technologized. 

Today we sit down with Preetam Maloor and Gretchen Bueermann from ITU’s Emerging Technologies Division to explore the major themes of the upcoming World Telecommunication/ICT Policy Forum (WTPF‑26), taking place 9–11 June 2026 in Nassau, Bahamas.

In this episode, we dive into:

- The urgent need to bridge widening digital divides
- How space connectivity and direct‑to‑device satellite tech are transforming access
- The importance of resilient digital infrastructure for all countries
- The role of green digital transformation in a climate‑challenged world
- Why ICT‑centric innovation ecosystems are essential for economic growth
 - How consensus‑based opinions shape international digital policy

WTPF‑26 is a unique, multi‑stakeholder platform where governments, industry, researchers, and civil society come together to build shared understanding before formal policy processes begin.

Learn more about WTPF‑26: https://wtpf.itu.int/2026/

Subscribe to ITU Technologized for more conversations on technology, innovation, and the digital future.


#WTPF26 #ITU #DigitalFuture #EmergingTech #DigitalInclusion #SpaceConnectivity 
#GreenDigital #ICTInnovation #TechPolicy #digitaltransformation 

ITU interviews and soundbites may be edited for content and duration. The views and opinions expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the ITU.

ITU Technologized | WTPF-26: Shaping the future of global technology policy

This episode of ITU Tech Monthly explores how digital skills are transforming opportunities for women entrepreneurs in Nigeria.

Featuring Maryam Lawan, founder of Blue Sapphire Hub (https://bluesapphirehub.com/) who implements Women on Wednesday, a project winner of the EQUALS in Tech Awards in the Leadership in SMEs category that were recognized at the Mobile World Congress Barcelona in March 2026 (https://www.equalsintech.org/post/equals-in-tech-awards-at-mwc-26-meet-the-winners). The conversation highlights how digital upskilling, mentorship, and access to investment are helping women-led businesses grow and scale.

From practical tools to leadership pathways, the episode also looks at how emerging technologies and supportive digital ecosystems can unlock more inclusive economic participation for women.

This episode reflects the work of the EQUALS Global Partnership for Gender Equality in the Digital Age (https://www.equalsintech.org/) in advancing digital skills, leadership, and inclusion for women in the digital economy.

Guest: Maryam Lawan, Blue Sapphire Hub (Nigeria)
EQUALS in Tech Awards at MWC-26  – Leadership in SMEs Winner

Focus areas:
Digital skills for women entrepreneurs
Mentorship and business growth
Access to finance and investment readiness
Emerging technologies and business innovation
Building inclusive and supportive digital ecosystems

Learn more:
ITU: https://www.itu.int

EQUALS Global Partnership
Website: https://www.equalsintech.org/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/equalsintech/
X/Twitter: https://x.com/equals
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/equals/

ITU is the leading United Nations agency for digital technologies, driving innovation together with 193 Member States and a membership of some 900 private sector entities and academic institutions. Established over 150 years ago in 1865, ITU is the intergovernmental body responsible for coordinating the shared global use of the radio spectrum, promoting international cooperation in assigning satellite orbits, improving communication infrastructure in the developing world, and establishing the worldwide standards that foster seamless interconnection of a vast range of communications systems. From broadband networks to cutting-edge wireless technologies, aeronautical and maritime navigation, radio astronomy, oceanographic and satellite-based earth monitoring as well as converging fixed-mobile phone, Internet and broadcasting technologies, ITU is committed to connecting the world.

The materials contained on this podcast channel are for information purposes only. ITU expressly disclaims all liability to any person in respect of anything and in respect of the consequences of anything said or omitted to be said wholly or partly in reliance upon the whole or any part of the contents of this podcast channel. ITU is not responsible for any third party content which may be accessed through this podcast channel. ITU interviews and soundbites may be edited for content and duration. The views and opinions expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the ITU.

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ITU Tech Monthly | From Digital Skills to Growth - How Women-Led SMEs Are Scaling in Nigeria

In this special episode of the ITU Future Innovators 
podcast, celebrating the 15th  International Girls in ICT Day https://www.itu.int/women-and-girls/girls-in-ict/international-girls-in-ict-day-2026/overview/, Ellen Taylor (Policy Analyst at Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada) hosts a powerful conversation on the theme 'AI for Development: Girls Shaping the Digital Future'. Ellen sits down with Malkia John, a Kenyan engineer, feminist tech advocate, and ITU160 Gender Champion https://wtisd.itu.int/2025/itu160-gender-champions/
.
Malkia shares her inspiring journey, from bypassing her father’s phone password at age five to founding Sauti Salama, an innovative platform using AI and digital tools to strengthen gender-based violence (GBV) response systems in Kenya. Discover how she merged the worlds of "hard" engineering and social advocacy to create a safer digital future. If you want to learn how AI can be harnessed for social good and why local lived experiences must ground global tech discussions, this episode is a must-listen!

ITU160 Gender Champions is an initiative launched in 2025 on the occasion of ITU’s 160th Anniversary that recognizes and supports young women who are contributing to digital development and transformation worldwide. With support from the Government of Canada, the initiative provides a platform for 10 young women leaders (ages 18–25) to share their work, engage with global stakeholders, and help shape the future of digital connectivity.

👉 Explore more about ITU's work for women and girls: https://www.itu.int/initiatives/gender-equality/ / https://www.equalsintech.org/ 

🔔 Find the Video episodes of the ITU Future Innovator
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#digitalinclusion #girlsinict #girlsintech #AIforGood #innovation #younginnovators #youthintech 

ITU is the United Nations agency for digital technologies, driving innovation together with 194 Member States and a membership of some 900 private sector entities and academic institutions. Established over 150 years ago in 1865, ITU is the intergovernmental body responsible for coordinating the shared global use of the radio spectrum, promoting international cooperation in assigning satellite orbits, improving communication infrastructure in the developing world, and establishing the worldwide standards that foster seamless interconnection of a vast range of communications systems. From broadband networks to cutting-edge wireless technologies, aeronautical and maritime navigation, radio astronomy, oceanographic and satellite-based earth monitoring as well as converging fixed-mobile phone, Internet and broadcasting technologies, ITU is committed to connecting the world.

The materials contained on this podcast channel are for information purposes only. ITU expressly disclaims all liability to any person in respect of anything and in respect of the consequences of anything said or omitted to be said wholly or partly in reliance upon the whole or any part of the contents of this podcast channel. ITU is not responsible for any third party content which may be accessed through this podcast channel. ITU interviews and soundbites may be edited for content and duration. The views and opinions expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the ITU.

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ITU Future Innovators | AI for Development: Girls Shaping the Digital Future

Artificial intelligence is advancing at unprecedented speed — but global governance is still catching up. In this special episode of ITU Technologized, we explore the Global Dialogue on AI Governance, taking place 6–7 July in Geneva, a landmark moment for international cooperation on artificial intelligence.

H.E. Ms. Griselda López, Permanent Representative of El Salvador to the United Nations and H.E. Mr. Rein Tammsaar, former Permanent Representative of Estonia to the United Nations, the two Co‑Chairs of the Global Dialogue on AI Governance, join ITU’s  Maximillian Jacobson‑Gonzalez, to discuss why this dialogue is happening now, how it supports implementation of the Global Digital Compact agreed at the 2024 Summit of the Future, and what meaningful, action‑oriented outcomes countries and stakeholders expect.

The Global Dialogue on AI Governance
 6–7 July
Geneva, Switzerland
Alongside the AI for Good Global Summit and the WSIS Forum at Palexpo, Geneva

Learn more about ITU: https://www.itu.int  and The Global Dialogue on AI Governance:  https://www.un.org/global-dialogue-ai-governance/en

If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe for more conversations on the technologies, policies and partnerships shaping our global digital future.

ITU interviews and soundbites may be edited for content and duration. The views and opinions expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the ITU.

ITU Technologized | Shaping Global AI Governance: Inside the UN’s Global Dialogue on AI

What would happen if the digital systems we depend on every day suddenly stopped working? In this episode of ITU Tech Monthly, we explore the findings of the new expert report When digital systems fail: The hidden risks of our digital world, produced by ITU in collaboration with UNDRR and Sciences Po. We unpack the critical digital risks that are not cyberattacks—but failures of the physical digital infrastructure that underpins modern life. From cloud and data centre outages to undersea cable disruptions, satellite congestion and even space weather, this conversation reveals why our increasingly connected digital ecosystem may be more fragile than we realise—and why resilience planning must move beyond individual systems to an ecosystem-wide approach.

Guests featured in this episode:

- Tomas Lamanauskas, Deputy Secretary-General, ITU
- Dr. Bushra Al Blooshi, Executive Director of Governance and Risk Management, Dubai Electronic Security Center
- Professor Oyku Isik, Co-Chair of the Expert Group; Professor and Advisor on Digital Resilience; Co-Chair of GFC at WE

Host: Maximillian Jacobson-Gonzalez

In this episode, we discuss:

- What a “digital pandemic” could look like
- Why cloud infrastructure remains a blind spot in risk planning
- Dangerous hidden interdependencies in global digital systems
- Why resilience is not just a technical challenge—but a governance one

Learn more about the report: https://www.itu.int
Subscribe to ITU Tech Monthly for more insights on technology.

Produced and Edited by: Jennifer MacLeod and Daniel Woldu * Directed and Presented by: Maximillian Jacobson-Gonzalez * An ITU Digital Production



ITU is the leading United Nations agency for digital technologies, driving innovation together with 193 Member States and a membership of some 900 private sector entities and academic institutions. Established over 150 years ago in 1865, ITU is the intergovernmental body responsible for coordinating the shared global use of the radio spectrum, promoting international cooperation in assigning satellite orbits, improving communication infrastructure in the developing world, and establishing the worldwide standards that foster seamless interconnection of a vast range of communications systems. From broadband networks to cutting-edge wireless technologies, aeronautical and maritime navigation, radio astronomy, oceanographic and satellite-based earth monitoring as well as converging fixed-mobile phone, Internet and broadcasting technologies, ITU is committed to connecting the world.

The materials contained on this podcast channel are for information purposes only. ITU expressly disclaims all liability to any person in respect of anything and in respect of the consequences of anything said or omitted to be said wholly or partly in reliance upon the whole or any part of the contents of this podcast channel. ITU is not responsible for any third party content which may be accessed through this podcast channel. ITU interviews and soundbites may be edited for content and duration. The views and opinions expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the ITU.

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ITU Tech Monthly | The digital pandemic you didn’t see coming

Interview with Dr Cosmas Luckyson Zavazava, Director, Telecommunication Development Bureau, ITU  at the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-26), Ankara, Türkiye, 12 to 15 May 2026 
 
For further information: http://www.itu.int/gsr

ITU INTERVIEWS @ GSR-26: Dr Cosmas Luckyson Zavazava, Director, BDT, ITU

Interview with Ömer Abdullah Karagözoğlu, GSR Chair 2026, President, Information and Communication Technologies Authority (BTK) at the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-26), Ankara, Türkiye, 12 to 15 May 2026 
 
For further information: http://www.itu.int/gsr

ITU INTERVIEWS @ GSR-26: Ömer Abdullah Karagözoğlu, GSR Chair 2026, President, BTK

Interview with Carlos Baigorri, President of ANATEL at the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-26), Ankara, Türkiye, 12 to 15 May 2026 
 
For further information: http://www.itu.int/gsr

ITU INTERVIEWS @ GSR-26: Carlos Baigorri, President of ANATEL

Interview with Marko Mismas, Director, Agency for Communication Networks and Services of the Republic of Slovenia (AKOS) at the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-26), Ankara, Türkiye, 12 to 15 May 2026 
 
For further information: http://www.itu.int/gsr

ITU INTERVIEWS @ GSR-26: Marko Mismas, Director, AKOS

Interview with Per Beming, Chief Standardization Officer, Ericsson at the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-26), Ankara, Türkiye, 12 to 15 May 2026 
 
For further information: http://www.itu.int/gsr

ITU INTERVIEWS @ GSR-26: Per Beming, Chief Standardization Officer, Ericsson

Interview with Frederic Werner, Chief Strategic Engagement, TSB, ITU at the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-26), Ankara, Türkiye, 12 to 15 May 2026 
 
For further information: http://www.itu.int/gsr

ITU INTERVIEWS @ GSR-26: Frederic Werner, Chief Strategic Engagement, TSB, ITU

Interview with Ahmet Hamdi Atalay, CEO, TURKSAT at the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-26), Ankara, Türkiye, 12 to 15 May 2026 
 
For further information: http://www.itu.int/gsr

ITU INTERVIEWS @ GSR-26: Ahmet Hamdi Atalay, CEO, TURKSAT

Interview with Petros Galides, Deputy Commissioner, Office of the Commissioner of Electronic Communications & Postal Regulation of Cyprus at the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-26), Ankara, Türkiye, 12 to 15 May 2026 
 
For further information: http://www.itu.int/gsr

ITU INTERVIEWS @ GSR-26: Petros Galides, Electronic Communications & Postal Regulation of Cyprus

Interview with Sandra Maximiano, Chairwoman of the Board of Directors, ANACOM at the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-26), Ankara, Türkiye, 12 to 15 May 2026 
 
For further information: http://www.itu.int/gsr

ITU INTERVIEWS @ GSR-26: Sandra Maximiano, Chairwoman of the Board of Directors, ANACOM

Interview with Hadi Anwar, CEO, CPX Holdings at the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-26), Ankara, Türkiye, 12 to 15 May 2026 
 
For further information: http://www.itu.int/gsr

ITU INTERVIEWS @ GSR-26:  Hadi Anwar, CEO, CPX Holdings

Interview with Xavier Merlin, Board Member, Autorité de Régulation des Communications électroniques et des Postes (ARCEP), France at the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-26), Ankara, Türkiye, 12 to 15 May 2026 
 
For further information: http://www.itu.int/gsr

ITU INTERVIEWS @ GSR-26: Xavier Merlin, Board Member, ARCEP, France

Interview with Michel Azibert, Board Member, Eutelsat at the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-26), Ankara, Türkiye, 12 to 15 May 2026 
 
For further information: http://www.itu.int/gsr

ITU INTERVIEWS @ GSR-26: Michel Azibert, Board Member, Eutelsat

Interview with Philip Marnick, General Director, Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, Bahrain at the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-26), Ankara, Türkiye, 12 to 15 May 2026 
 
For further information: http://www.itu.int/gsr

ITU INTERVIEWS @ GSR-26: Philip Marnick, Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, Bahrain

Interview with Gift Kallisto Machengete Director General, Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe POTRAZ, Zimbabwe at the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-26), Ankara, Türkiye, 12 to 15 May 2026 
 
For further information: http://www.itu.int/gsr

ITU INTERVIEWS @ GSR-26: Gift Kallisto Machengete, Director General, POTRAZ, Zimbabwe

What happens when the world’s leading voices in technology, policy, and innovation come together in one place?

In this episode of ITU Tech Monthly, we take you behind the scenes of one of the most important weeks in global tech:

The WSIS Forum 2026
The AI for Good Global Summit
and the  Global Dialogue on AI Governance

Guests:
Gitanjali Sah, Head, WSIS & Stakeholder Engagement Division, ITU
Frederick Werner, Chief of Strategic Engagement, Telecommunication Standardization Bureau (TSB), ITU

Find out:
Why WSIS remains a cornerstone for global digital cooperation
How AI for Good is evolving as AI reshapes society
The critical role of trust, standards, and governance in AI
What makes this year’s summit and dialogue historic
Key themes: digital inclusion, AI innovation, youth, cybersecurity, and more

This episode explores how digital technology can truly serve humanity.

Event Dates

WSIS Forum 2026: 6–10 July 2026, Geneva, Switzerland
AI for Good Global Summit: 7–10 July 2026 (Palexpo, Geneva, Switzerland)

To find out more and register click the links below.

WSIS Forum 2026
https://www.itu.int/net4/wsis/forum/2026/en

AI for Good Global Summit
https://aiforgood.itu.int/summit26/

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Produced and Edited by: Jennifer MacLeod and Daniel Woldu * Directed and Presented by: Maximillian Jacobson-Gonzalez * An ITU Digital Production


#AIforGood #WSIS 

ITU is the leading United Nations agency for digital technologies, driving innovation together with 194 Member States and a membership of some 1000 private sector entities and academic institutions. Established over 150 years ago in 1865, ITU is the intergovernmental body responsible for coordinating the shared global use of the radio spectrum, promoting international cooperation in assigning satellite orbits, improving communication infrastructure in the developing world, and establishing the worldwide standards that foster seamless interconnection of a vast range of communications systems. From broadband networks to cutting-edge wireless technologies, aeronautical and maritime navigation, radio astronomy, oceanographic and satellite-based earth monitoring as well as converging fixed-mobile phone, Internet and broadcasting technologies, ITU is committed to connecting the world.

The materials contained on this podcast channel are for information purposes only. ITU expressly disclaims all liability to any person in respect of anything and in respect of the consequences of anything said or omitted to be said wholly or partly in reliance upon the whole or any part of the contents of this podcast channel. ITU is not responsible for any third party content which may be accessed through this podcast channel. ITU interviews and soundbites may be edited for content and duration. The views and opinions expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the ITU.

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ITU Tech Monthly |  Inside one of the most important global digital technology gatherings this year

n 1973, ITU Secretary-General Mohamed Mili had asked Jean-Pierre Canel, a versatile amateur composer and member of ITU staff, for something to play on World Telecommunication Day on 17 May, when a new building (the Tower) was to be formally opened at ITU headquarters in Geneva. The result was the Telecommunications Anthem (Hymne des Télécommunications). On that occasion, the anthem was performed as a simple instrumental. To learn more about this piece of music visit our web site: http://www.itu.int/en/history/Pages/ITUMusic.aspx.

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Hymne des télécommunications (instrumental) – Jean-Pierre Canel (1973)

In 1973, ITU Secretary-General Mohamed Mili had asked Jean-Pierre Canel, a versatile amateur composer and member of ITU staff, for something to play on World Telecommunication Day on 17 May, when a new building (the Tower) was to be formally opened at ITU headquarters in Geneva. The result was the Telecommunications Anthem (Hymne des Télécommunications). On that occasion, the anthem was performed as a simple instrumental. However, an impressive orchestral version with full choir premiered at another opening ceremony in September 1973 at the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference in Malaga-Torremolinos, Spain. To learn more about this piece of music visit our web site: http://www.itu.int/en/history/Pages/ITUMusic.aspx.

Hymne des télécommunications (with choir) – Jean-Pierre Canel (1973)

Interview at FIGI Symposium 2019 with Hemant Baijal, Vice President, Global Public Policy, MasterCard

ITU INTERVIEWS @ FIGI 2019: Hemant Baijal, Vice President, Global Public Policy, MasterCard

Interview with Wael Sayed, Executive Director, Radio Spectrum Resources, NTRA, at the Radiocommunication Assembly 2019 (RA-19) , Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, 21-25 October 2019.

ITU INTERVIEWS @ RA-19: WAEL SAYED, Executive Director, Radio Spectrum Resources, NTRA

Exclusive interview with H.E Carlos Alvarado Quesada, President of Costa Rica , at the ITU TV Studio in Geneva, Switzerland.

Includes questions such as how has the President made ICT (Information and Communication Technology) development a priority for Costa Rica and why does Costa Rica rank  highly for entrepreneurial activity and what is the government doing to support this?

Interviewer: Maximillian Jacobson - Gonzalez, ITU 

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ITU Technologized: Interview with H.E Carlos Alvarado Quesada, President of Costa Rica

ITU: Committed to connecting the world
www.itu.int.

ITU is the leading United Nations agency for information and communication technologies (ICTs), driving innovation in ICTs together with 193 Member States and a membership of some 900 private sector entities and academic institutions. Established over 150 years ago in 1865, ITU is the intergovernmental body responsible for coordinating the shared global use of the radio spectrum, promoting international cooperation in assigning satellite orbits, improving communication infrastructure in the developing world, and establishing the worldwide standards that foster seamless interconnection of a vast range of communications systems. From broadband networks to cutting-edge wireless technologies, aeronautical and maritime navigation, radio astronomy, oceanographic and satellite-based earth monitoring as well as converging fixed-mobile phone, Internet and broadcasting technologies, ITU is committed to connecting the world.

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