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The Development of The Trusted Digital Identity Industry In Future Networks
The historical development of information and communication network identity, as well as insights into network identity technologies, applications, and industry trends are reviewed in this report. Current approaches to implementing digital identity in future networks are outlined, and definitions and key metrics for trustworthy digital identities in future networks are…
XR Ethics in War, Conflict, and Defense
The scope of this report is the exploration of ethics-related issues to support the development, design, and deployment of XR applications in the war, conflict, and defense domain and the aim is to initiate expert-driven, multidiscipline analysis of the evolving XR Ethics requirements, with a vision to propose solutions, technologies,…
Simulation, Testing, Verification, and Validation (STV2) of Autonomous Driving
STV2 is a set of processes that support the development, validation, and operation of autonomous driving systems from the perspectives of safety and cost. The scope, architecture, and critical components of STV2, as well as how the full lifecycle of autonomous driving systems is covered, is presented in this white…
A Framework for Human Decision-Making through the Lifecycle of Autonomous and Intelligent Systems in Defense Applications
The framework set out in this document is intended to help inform a range of stakeholders involved in various types of decision-making related to autonomous and intelligent systems (AIS), especially in the military context. The framework provides a granular means for identifying the technical considerations that are necessary to meet…
Low-Latency Communication White Paper
This white paper is to inform users and IEEE 802 working groups on the applications and requirements for low latency communications. Low latency is challenging to implement in wired or wireless networks. Some wireless applications are located in physical environments over which the operator/owner can exert control in unlicensed and…
Stabilizing Qubits with Dynamic Frequencies, the Implications on Post-Quantum Encryption Protocols, and A Hybrid Quantum Internet
The paper discusses how stabilized qubits can impact encryption methods, such as quantum key distribution (QKD) and Quantum Elliptical Curve Cryptography (QECC), by enhancing computational integrity and error rates. However, the ability to stabilize qubits also introduces potential risks, as it may lead to vulnerabilities in quantum cryptographic systems if…
WEB 3.0: The Evolution of Information-Centric Networks
The aim of Web 3.0 is to revolutionize how users interact with and derive value from information in the digital age. By providing a framework for efficient information organization, value creation, and privacy preservation, solutions to critical challenges facing the current internet ecosystem are offered. The technical architecture, economic model,…
AUTONOMOUS DRIVING ARCHITECTURE (ADA): Enabling Intelligent, Automated, and Connected Vehicles and Transportation
As the automotive industry continues its rapid evolution toward autonomy, this document describes a prototypical Autonomous Driving Architecture (ADA) along with a promising application ecosystem. It comprehensively explores fundamental components within ADA, ranging from hardware and software stack layers to regulatory and ethical considerations. Trends and challenges: The document sets…
Ethics and Empathy-Based Human-AI Partnering: Exploring the Extent to which Cultural Differences Matter When Developing an Ethical Technical Standard
This white paper reports insights derived from two workshops held in Tokyo in June 2024, conducted to explore Japanese and regional insights on ethical questions regarding the use of technology to emulate empathy, general-purpose artificial intelligence (GPAI), and human-AI partnering. Key recommendations from the workshop are as follows: 1) To…
A Transdisciplinary Framework for Effective and Reliable Continuum of Care
There is a critical need to identify electronic health records without compromising the privacy and confidentiality of patient data. This white paper discusses important possible parameters associated with electronic health records that could be used for this identification. The core objective of this white paper is to set a stage…