ITU150 in June: Innovation and the Digital Dividend
Innovating with Bassil: What is the ‘Digital Switchover’ and why does it matter? Television is enjoyed by billions of people around the world, but viewers in Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and Central Asia (known as Region 1 at ITU)…
Press release: ITU standards will enhance television viewing experience
World Television Day highlights role of TV in global communication Geneva, 21 November 2014 – Today is World Television Day. Television is recognized as a major tool in informing, channelling and affecting public opinion. Its impact and influence on world public opinion…
ITU achieves major breakthrough in audio standards
‘Immersive’ sound will transform future TV experience Geneva, 02 December 2013 – ITU has announced a draft Recommendation for next-generation ‘immersive’ and ‘personalized’ audio systems for television and radio. Audio is an essential part of the television experience, as the quality and…
Broadcasting is key communication medium in emergencies
ITU Report to highlight role of terrestrial radio and TV in disseminating critical information Geneva, 29 November 2013 – ITU held a Workshop on Emergency Broadcasting to highlight the importance of international cooperation needed to enhance the reach of broadcasting…
Television now 55% digital as analogue broadcasting switch-off advances worldwide
TV market diversifies, competition intensifies, with IPTV, digital terrestrial, cable and DTH satellite all vying for viewer share Geneva, 21 November 2013 – On the occasion of UN World Television Day, ITU research shows that the world has witnessed a massive…