Tag: UN International Telecommunications Union (ITU)

• Thursday, July 12th 2018 - 17:02 UTC

  UN chief pushes for greater benefits from new technology, as he launches digital experts panel

  

  A high-profile group of tech experts has been assembled at the request of United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, tasked with putting the benefits of digital technology to more effective use, while also protecting against unwanted or unexpected negative impacts.

• Thursday, June 9th 2011 - 19:52 UTC

  UN report shows broadband potential for economic and social development

  

  Broadband telecommunications have the potential to spur rapid economic growth and facilitate job creation, according to a United Nations reported unveiled this week, which urges countries to implement national broadband plans or risk losing the benefits of the global high-speed digital communications.