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Join ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin via UN Web TV at the #AIDialogue happening at Palexpo, Geneva from 6–7 July 2026, where governments, civil society, academia, industry and the technical community will come together to shape the future of AI https://lnkd.in/dsMP2sXG

New #ITUdata shows continued global progress toward universal and meaningful connectivity, with steady advances across access, adoption, affordability and infrastructure. Explore the findings of the newly published 2026 ICT Development Index: https://lnkd.in/e8uT9uzm

In one week,, the world comes together in Geneva for the AI for Good Global Summit 2026 on the 7-10 July. Our #AIforGood team is down by Lake Geneva, next to the Canvas of the Future installation, asking one simple question in languages from around the world: “Ready for AI?” 🎨 A big thank you to the featured Canvas of the Future artists! Baris Gencel, Rolando Cedeño de la Cruz, Marina Klimi, Komal Ghazaali, Nettrice Gaskins, Ph.D., Isaac L., Nita Navaneethan, Sehun Choi, Delia Ioana Lungan, Zakaria Abyaa, Suzanne Schneider, Swetlana Kizereva, Maria Petrashenko and Konkanya Thepveerakul. See you in Geneva next week! 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/ecQ7CD8K

1 week to go #GenevaDigitalWeek! From 6-10 July Geneva 🇨🇭will welcome more than 10,000 participants for a week dedicated to shaping our digital future. The #AIDialogue (6-7 July) will bring together governments, industry, academia, civil society, the technical community and international organizations to explore how AI can be harnessed responsibly and how its benefits can reach everyone. The #AIforGood Global Summit (7-10 July) will showcase the future of AI through world-class speakers, frontier technologies, next-generation robotics, startup pitching competitions, AI-powered performances and interactive demonstrations. The #WSIS Forum (6-10 July) will convene governments, the private sector, civil society and international organizations to advance a people-centred digital future and global cooperation. Be part of the conversation: https://lnkd.in/drDW5UnA AI for Good United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies UNESCO WSIS Process

Only 1 week left to the #AIDialogue! As AI is reshaping economies, societies, and daily life, its opportunities and risks are real. For the first time, every country will have a seat at the table for the meaningful conversation the world needs. All governments and stakeholders will convene to discuss international cooperation, share best practices and lessons learned, and facilitate open, transparent and inclusive discussions on artificial intelligence. Programme highlights include: 🔹 Presentation of the preliminary report of the Independent International Scientific Panel on Artificial Intelligence 🔹 High-level governmental plenary segments 🔹 Four thematic discussions in breakout format 🔹 Closing session: Dialogue of Dialogues — Reflections, Complementarities and the Way Forward Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eQq5n84H Egriselda López Annalena Baerbock UNESCO United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies

How can digital infrastructure remain secure, reliable and resilient during crises? Join the conversation at #ITUWTPF-26 from 2-4 September in Nassau, the Bahamas https://wtpf.itu.int/2026/

This week, young content creators from across the EU joined ITU at its Geneva headquarters for an exchange on key digital issues shaping our societies. From #AI and mental health to the future of work, Geneva Digital Week, and the power of young voices on social media, the discussion highlighted the importance of inclusive, safe and meaningful digital spaces for all. European External Action Service Delegation of the European Union to the UN and other international organisations in Geneva Giulia Tariello Kätriin Vares Emilia Uljas Anna Baldy Carolin Hochstrat 🇪🇺 Eleonora Santonocito Agate Misule Marcelina Maciag Mariana Gomes

How can countries advance digital collaboration, innovation and inclusion? The Communications, Space & Technology Commission of Saudi Arabia shares its vision for a connected digital future — grounded in capacity building, sustainability and cooperation. Read about the Saudi strategy for digital transformation in this ITU partnership success story https://lnkd.in/d_H-wW7u

The #DayOfTheSeafarer reminds us that those who carry world trade also carry the risks. Learn how ITU-enabled radiocommunication systems ensure seafarers navigate safely, can call for help when needed, and are never truly alone https://lnkd.in/dsSEQybS