6G

The development of wireless networks is entering a new era thanks to an innovation that could transform the way we communicate and use technology. A team of scientists has unveiled a chip capable of data transfer speeds unimaginable by today’s standards, paving the way for broader 6G technology development. This breakthrough promises not only faster networks but also the foundation for entirely new applications, from autonomous systems to advanced solutions in healthcare and industry.

India, the world’s most populous country, is entering a technology race that could shift the global balance of power – aiming to hold 10% of all patents related to 6G by 2027.

In late 2024, T-Mobile joined forces with NVIDIA, Ericsson, and Nokia to push the boundaries of next-generation wireless technology. The collaboration has now deepened, with T-Mobile and NVIDIA announcing a new initiative focused on creating 6G networks powered by artificial intelligence.

A study funded by the European Space Agency (ESA) offers a detailed vision for integrating satellites with terrestrial 5G networks.

In this article, we look at how 5G technology is already improving latency and what we can expect with the arrival of 6G networks.

European telecoms are aiming for 6G standards by 2029/2030, but Member States are slow in deploying 5G networks. This delay could affect other technologies, such as artificial intelligence.

While the tech world is buzzing about 6G, which is still about six years away, the next generation of mobile networks will depend heavily on a key aspect of 5G standalone (5G SA) technology.

Samsung Research America has forged a partnership with the Ivy League school to spearhead the development of 6G wireless and networking systems, under the NextG initiative.

The Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking (SNS JU) has selected its second portfolio of 27 research, innovation, and trial projects aimed at promoting research in the field of 6G technology in Europe.

Juniper Research has revealed teleoperators are likely to generate $625 billion from 5G services globally by 2027; up from $310 billion in 2023.