telecommunication

UN agency agrees to new partnership to help standardize cyberspace

6 August 2003
In an effort to bring about greater standardization in cyberspace, the United Nations telecommunications agency has agreed on a unique partnership deal with a non-profit global organization of over 340 companies that provides guidance on improving communications services.

UN agency adopts new single standard for interactive TV worldwide

8 April 2003
The United Nations telecommunications agency has approved a new one-size-fits-all standard for interactive TV (iTV) services that will enable providers to develop material for programmes that can then be distributed worldwide without extra labour or cost.