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Standards support is one of Opera Software's driving principles. Since the beginning, Opera Software has believed not just in supporting and creating standards but also in working in tandem with other industry leaders to enable an Internet that is accessible to, by and for all. For Opera, enabling cross-device, cross-platform, cross-network experiences means fully participating in the Internet's governing bodies to create standards and policies that underpin Opera's commitment to providing the best Internet experience on any device.
Opera actively contributes to forging the building blocks of the Internet by participating in various Internet and technology-industry governing bodies and forums. Opera is a leader in the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), with membership in a number of W3C working groups. Additionally, Opera joins various other industry governing bodies, such as the Open IPTV Forum and the LiMO Foundation, to act as a vocal advocate for standards-based development regardless of platform or device.
CTIA
CTIA — The Wireless Association®, is the international organization that represents all sectors of wireless communications — cellular, personal communication services and enhanced specialized mobile radio. A nonprofit membership organization founded in 1984, it represents service providers, manufacturers, wireless data and Internet companies and other contributors to the wireless universe.
IWPC
The International Wireless Industry Consortium is an international community of wireless and RF product OEM's and their suppliers. The mission of the organization is to facilitate communication up and down the entire supply chain in order to: identify and clarify markets, discover product and service opportunities, reduce costs, improve performance and decrease time to market.
LiMo Foundation
LiMo Foundation is an industry consortium dedicated to creating the first truly open, hardware-independent, Linux-based operating system for mobile devices. Backing from major industry leaders puts LiMo at the Heart of the Mobile Industry and makes LiMo the unifying force in Mobile Linux.
"Opera is a strong player in our growing roster of members. With their knowledge of developing for Linux, we hope to accelerate the delivery of new and exciting services to mobile phone users everywhere." -Morgan Gills, executive director, LiMo Foundation
Open IPTV Forum
In March 2007, various industry leaders came together to create the OIPF, aiming to provide an IPTV solution that would enable a user-friendly "plug-and-play" experience for end users. The goal of the OIPF is to define and standardize the complex, behind-the-scenes technology required to facilitate the simplicity users experience with IPTV. The "open" in Open IPTV signifies the open nature of both the specifications and of participation in creating them - open standards created for and by any organization sharing the OIPF's objectives.
"The Open IPTV Forum is an important group in today's marketplace. Currently no standards exist for this market, resulting in diverse implementations that not only hinder growth but may serve as a risk for stakeholders. With Opera Software now on board, we now have the opportunity to harness Opera's Web technology to help us meet our end goal of specifying a solution that will bring IPTV services to the masses." -Yun Chao Hu, Steering Group chairman, Open IPTV Forum
Open Mobile Terminal Platform
OMTP is an operator-sponsored forum that serves the needs of each and every link in the mobile phone value chain by gathering and driving mobile terminal requirements. There are currently 8 full members: AT&T, Hutchison 3G, Orange, Telecom Italia, Telefonica, Telenor, T-Mobile and Vodafone. OMTP also has the support of 2 sponsors: Ericsson and Nokia. There are a total of 35 participants from all parts of the industry; including Application software, hardware and the OS space. OMTP is operator driven, but it is scoped to serve the industry as a whole.
Symbian Foundation
Initially announced on June 24, 2008, the Symbian Foundation has been established by some of the biggest names in the mobile industry to create the most proven, open and complete mobile software platform in the world - and to make it available for free. The foundation will ultimately unify Symbian OS, S60, UIQ and MOAP(S) software to create an unparalleled open source software platform for converged mobile devices.
W3C
The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) is the main international standards organization for the World Wide Web (abbreviated WWW or W3). It is arranged as a consortium where member organizations maintain full-time staff for the purpose of working together in the development of standards for the World Wide Web. As of February 2008, the W3C had 434 members.
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