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Why is the summit being held?

This content was published on Nov 26, 2003 The decision to hold this summit dates back to 1998. Its aim is to reduce the digital divide. The WSIS is being held under the patronage of the United Nations secretary-general, Kofi Annan, with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) taking the lead role in preparations.The summit will be held in two phases. The first will…

Who is taking part?

This content was published on Nov 26, 2003 To be effective, the measures adopted at the summit need political backing at the highest level and the summit hopes to bring together as many political leaders as possible.However, access for all to ICTs will depend largely on the prices set by industry, which is responsible for both the equipment and the infrastructure. That’s why…

What is the role of the public?

This content was published on Nov 26, 2003 Most of the 80 side-events are for specialists, but one notable exception is the ICT4D (the ICT for Development) platform organised by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation and the Global Knowledge Partnership.The ICT for Development Platform, which runs from December 9-13 at Palexpo, Geneva, presents aid and development projects which are already using…

What else is happening?

This content was published on Nov 26, 2003 Some 80 side-events have been organised by government agencies, international organisations, civil society and business. Representatives from some of the world’s most prestigious electronic media will take part in the World Electronic Media forum. Those taking part in the summit will therefore have contact with people from all over the world who have hands-on experience.Another…

Poor countries emerge as IT powerhouses

This content was published on Nov 26, 2003 But a handful of countries, like India, China and Brazil, have embraced these new tools to become strong contenders in the international marketplace. “The people I talk to in Europe and the United States are always surprised to see Chinese telecommunications giants knocking on their door, when there’s so much to be done back in…

Poor countries push for more technology funding

This content was published on Nov 26, 2003 But so far the proposal, which was launched by Senegal at the start of 2003, has met with sharp resistance from industrialised countries. “United Nations summits have a reputation for creating a lot of frustration,” said Marie Thorndahl, an economist at the Geneva-based Graduate Institute of Development Studies (IUED). “States rarely couple their declarations of…

Heading towards a wireless world

This content was published on Nov 26, 2003 The aim of wireless technology is to allow people to access the same services as from their computer without being connected to the machine. These technologies are tailored to suit both small-to-medium enterprises and multinational corporations. Wireless products are already firmly ensconced on the shelves of electronic shops. This summer, French multimedia retailer Fnac even…

Swiss explore potential of “telemedicine”

This content was published on Nov 26, 2003 The potential for so-called telemedicine is immense in terms of reduced costs and tailored healthcare. Telemedicine may be defined as the use of ICTs to overcome a physical separation between the patient and doctor, or between a group of doctors. At the end of September, specialists from the health and ICT sectors attended a conference…

ICTs save lives by speeding up aid delivery

This content was published on Nov 26, 2003 According to humanitarian officials in Geneva, the internet, databases and computer networks are also increasingly helping to take the paperwork out of relief work. From registering prisoners of war to getting food and water to earthquake victims, ICTs have made it easier in recent years to keep track of both people and supplies during times…

Private bankers in battle for new clients

This content was published on Nov 25, 2003 Those are the findings of a global survey of private banks by the financial services group, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC). “Private banking clients are not happy,” Bruce Weatherill, a private banking expert at PwC, told swissinfo. “They aren’t feeling very good about the investment community, they’re very worried about what’s happening to their wealth, and they’re worried…

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