Ask the Expert Session – Guardians of Authenticity: Battling Counterfeiting

Description

Digital transformation plays a crucial role in both perpetuating and combating the issue of counterfeiting of devices. On one hand, counterfeiters leverage advanced technologies to produce sophisticated fake products and manipulate digital platforms for distribution. On the other hand, businesses and governments are increasingly utilizing digital tools like blockchain, RFID, and advanced authentication technologies to track and verify the authenticity of products throughout the supply chain.  

This Ask the expert session explored the various ITU-T standards being developed by ITU-T Study Group 11 on “Signalling requirements, protocols, test specifications and combating counterfeit telecommunication/ICT devices”, in enhancing traceability, transparency, and security, helping to safeguard consumers and brand reputations in an evolving digital landscape. 

Target Audience

Participation is open to the ITU Member States, Sector Members, Associates, ITU Academia, and to any individual from a country that is a member of the ITU and who wishes to contribute to the work. This includes individuals who are also members of international, regional and national organizations. Participation is free of charge. 

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