Wednesday, 16 October

13:00 – 14:00

International AI Standards Summit session:
Digital Agriculture: Establishing AI Standards for Global Food Security 

This session will explore how emerging technologies including artificial intelligence (AI) can be leveraged within the domain of digital agriculture, focusing on how standardization can unlock the full potential of these AI-driven solutions in the sector. Panellists will discuss the critical role of international standards in ensuring interoperability, data security, and scalability of AI applications across agricultural production processes. The session will further put the spotlight on how the collaborative standardization efforts led by UN agencies including ITU and FAO, is revolutionizing precision farming, crop management, and sustainable agricultural practices to address global food security challenges in line with Sustainable Development Goal 2.

Moderator:

Atsuko Okuda, Regional Director, International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific

Panelists:

Sebastian Bosse, Head of the Interactive & Cognitive Systems Group, Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute (HHI)
Rajbir Singh, Assistant Director General (Agronomy, Agroforestry & Climate Change) in Natural Resource Management Division, Indian Council for Agricultural Research (ICAR)
Ulaç Demirag, Country Director and Head of the Multi-Country Office in India, IFAD
Frances Loraine Valdez, Director, International Cooperation Division, Department of Information and Communications Technology, Republic of the Philippines 

14:00 – 14:15

QoS from Space – Potential QoS assessment of Direct-To-Cell (D2C) Networks

This presentation will explore the concept of Quality of Service (QoS) in Direct-To-Cell (D2C) networks, where satellite technology directly interfaces with mobile devices. The session will focus on assessing the potential QoS metrics for these networks, including latency, bandwidth, and reliability supported by ITU-T Study Group 12 (ITU-T SG12) standards, and how satellite connectivity can impact user experience. Participants will learn about the challenges and solutions related to integrating satellite-based communications with terrestrial networks, as well as the benefits of enhanced coverage and connectivity. The presentation aims to provide a comprehensive overview of how QoS can be evaluated and optimized in D2C networks, offering insights into the future of space-based communication technologies and their role in improving global connectivity.

Speaker:

Uwe Baeder, Director of International Relations, Rohde and Schwarz, Germany

14:20 – 14:35

Wavecontrol EMF human exposure test instruments: How they relate to ITU-T Standards

This session will examine Wavecontrol’s EMF human exposure test instruments and their alignment with ITU-T standards. It will focus on how these instruments are used to measure electromagnetic field (EMF) exposure and ensure compliance with international guidelines. The session will cover the technical specifications of Wavecontrol’s tools, their role in assessing human exposure to EMF, and the importance of adhering to ITU-T standards for health and safety. Additionally, the discussion will include best practices for using these instruments in various testing scenarios and their contribution to maintaining regulatory compliance and protecting public health.

Speaker:

Ernest Cid, CEO, Wavecontrol, Spain