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Conversations that matter

In 2024, the Digital Transformation Webinars hosted 21 sessions, including a variety of formats such as
fireside chats, ask-the-expert sessions, and digital transformation webinars. These events were designed
to address the rapidly changing needs of the industry and to explore the future of digital transformation
across multiple sectors. The series attracted many expert speakers and engaged more than 2700 virtual
attendees globally. This redesigned approach allowed ITU to offer diverse, interactive formats, making it
possible to engage with policymakers, industry leaders, and technical experts, while providing critical
insights into emerging digital technologies and smart city transformation.

Digital Transformation Webinars

Covering topics ranging from Internet of Things (IoT), digital twins, metaverse, brain-
computer interfaces, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence (AI) to data analytics,
these webinars delve into how digital technologies can drive positive change and deliver
sustainable value. These sessions explore how to harness the power of emerging
technologies to support the next digital wave and meet the needs of smart, sustainable
cities.

Fireside Chats

Designed as informal, engaging conversations, the Fireside Chats bring together
industry experts, thought leaders, and professionals to share their expertise on
leveraging digital technologies across diverse verticals such as smart cities, transport,
health, cybersecurity, and sustainability. These chats provide an interactive platform to
explore the possibilities and challenges of the ever-expanding digital landscape.
Ask the Expert

These sessions focus on helping participants gain insights into the vast ITU-T
standardization landscape. By putting the spotlight on relevant best practices and
emerging trends, these sessions facilitate informed decision-making in the quest for
digital transformation, with practical guidance on applying ITU-T standards.