ITU Telecom World 2019 raises curtain on
4 days of debate, tech exhibition and networking

ITU Telecom World 2019, the global tech event for governments, corporates and small- and medium-sized enterprises, opened its doors today to four days of exhibition, debate, networking and...

Innovating together: connectivity that matters

As Houlin Zhao, ITU Secretary General, reminded the audience at the first Forum Summit session “We meet at a moment when emerging technologies such as AI, blockchain, IoT and 5G can enable innovation and transform life. This event is a...

Hungarian innovation in the spotlight

From the Rubik’s cube to the biro, the telephone exchange and digital computing, Hungary has long been a cradle for innovation, creativity and collaboration. Now the latest tech innovations from Hungary, Host Country for ITU Telecom World 2019, are on show...

Green ICT and Sustainability at ITU Telecom World 2019

Sustainability and the digital economy have a complex relationship. As the effects of climate change become more apparent, the need for the thriving ICT sector to address its own substantial carbon footprint has become ever more urgent....

EQUALS fellowship winners at ITU Telecom World 2019

Taking part in ITU Telecom World 2019 for the first time are 24 EQUALS fellowship winners, talented female entrepreneurs from developing countries around the world who are exhibiting on the showfloor, pitching their innovative solutions and...

Digital integrity: values and principles of the digital future

Although digital technology doubtless brings with it a host of benefits, it still presents very real concerns in terms of trust in technology, privacy and cybersecurity. Moderator Damon Embling of Euronews asked a diverse panel drawn from across international organizations,...

Expanding access with new radio technologies

“Wireless communications are playing an essential role in bridging the digital divide, not only through mobile broadband but also satellite technologies and the WiFi ecosystem, “ Joaquin Restrepo Mejia, Head, OPS, BR, ITU, reminded an expert...

Commemorative stamp unveiled to mark Event opening

The opening of ITU Telecom World 2019 was marked by the launch of an official commemorative stamp. The stamp, in distinctive blue and white colours, and with a logo of the event, was unveiled by György...