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AI Standards for Global Impact: From Governance to Action

Proactive international dialogue is essential to build trust and establish quantum standards for
security, interoperability, and equitable global access, even before technology fully matures.

Four key announcements were made at this session signalling how ITU and partners plan to
carry out the issues highlighted during the discussions:

a) Extended Quantum for Good track in 2026: Building on the momentum from 2025, the
Quantum for Good track will return in 2026 with an expanded program at the Quantum
for Good Summit, featuring deeper engagement with global partners, a larger showcase,
and new cross-sector challenges.
b) UN-led demonstration of quantum technologies in action through a joint project between
UNICC and ITU: A Quantum Key Distribution Network (QKDN) will be established between
the ITU and UNICC facilities in Geneva, showcasing quantum-secure communication in
real-world UN operations and ITU-T QKDN standards in action.
c) Quantum World Tour: In partnership with The Quantum Insider, a global awareness-
building series will kick off in September spotlighting innovation, startups, and talent across
countries, bringing quantum dialogue and demos directly to communities worldwide
d) Multi-lingual Introduction to Quantum course: A new, accessible Introduction to Quantum
course will be launched in multiple languages to support broader global understanding
of quantum science and technology. The course aims to democratize quantum literacy
and reach underserved regions.

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