Our vision for a digital future
Today, digital technologies have taken root worldwide. Over the past 10 years, the Internet has become the global backbone for nearly every aspect of modern social and economic life. The International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the 160-year-old agency responsible for cooperation on a vast array of communication technologies, has set out to ensure resilient and sustainable digital access for all.
Using space responsibly
The rapid expansion of satellite activity makes space sustainability more critical than ever. ITU plays a key role in managing radio spectrum and orbital resources, ensuring fair and efficient access, preventing interference, and fostering international cooperation. By advancing regulatory frameworks, technological solutions, and partnerships, ITU helps secure a responsible and sustainable future for space.
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Building resilient connectivity
From cables beneath the sea to satellites in the sky, protecting connectivity matters. Extending digital infrastructure to the “last mile” and ensuring early warnings for natural hazards is key to building safer, more prosperous societies. ITU advances resilient digital networks and mobilizes financing to bridge connectivity gaps and strengthen global digital infrastructure.
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Unlocking quantum potential
Quantum technologies promise major breakthroughs in medicine, climate action, trade, and more. Risks—especially of cyberattacks—are equally powerful. ITU works to ensure quantum advancements are safe, equitable, and accessible by developing global standards, fostering international collaboration, and bridging the quantum readiness gap.
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Fostering global digital cooperation
As digital technology use grows, so does the need for international governance to guide safe and sustainable digital practices. With 194 national governments and over 1000 companies and organizations from across the tech sector, ITU fosters global cooperation to ensure digital technologies benefit all.
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Greening digital technologies
The digital sector is a growing source of global GHG emissions with carbon emissions ranging from 1.5% to 4% of global emissions. To reach the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5° C, emissions from the digital sector will need to be reduced by 45% by 2030. Countries and organizations worldwide can leverage the power of digital technologies to support climate action. At the same time, they need to tackle the climate impact of digital technologies head on by monitoring and reducing tech-related emissions, adopting green standards, building circular economies, enhancing emergency telecommunications, and promoting green computing.
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Harnessing AI for humanity
Artificial intelligence (AI) can drive progress across virtually all areas of socio-economic development, from agriculture and manufacturing to education and health. ITU’s latest “United Nations Activities on AI” report showcases 408 projects and use cases for AI across the UN system, spanning all 17 Sustainable Development Goals. The AI for Good platform – maintained by ITU with 40+ UN partners – continues highlighting trustworthy AI applications, developing key AI standards, and advancing AI governance, leaving no one behind.
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Insights from ITU members and partners
Explore perspectives from ITU members and partners on the evolving digital landscape. These articles highlight diverse viewpoints on key issues shaping our digital future.
Disclaimer: The views expressed in these articles are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of ITU or imply endorsement.
