The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has been at the forefront of global technology standardization for over 150 years. With a membership of 193 member states and more than 900 private sector entities, universities, and international and regional organizations the ITU serves as the primary international platform for all stakeholders to work together to ensure that the metaverse can be harnessed for the benefit of all, while minimizing potential risks and promoting sustainable development.
Building an open and interoperable metaverse
Standardization work in ITU-T Study Groups
ITU-T Study Groups drive global standards for an open and interoperable metaverse.
Global Initiative on Virtual Worlds – Discovering the CitiVerse
Join our initiative exploring the transformative potential of virtual environments worldwide.
UN Metaverse Think-a-Thon
Engage in collaborative thinking sessions shaping the future of the metaverse with global stakeholders.
Awareness raising
Raising awareness about the societal benefits and challenges of virtual worlds and digital technologies.
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Explore our latest publications
Discover cutting-edge insights and research in virtual environments with our latest publications. Dive into executive briefings on the metaverse and strategies for unlocking digital potential, along with research contributions from the ITU Focus Group on Metaverse (FG-MV).
