While the technical specifications for 5G NTN are being considered, a number of conceptual plans for 6G NTN have been made public.
This Anritsu white paper introduces advanced technologies expected to be utilized in NTNs, including Network Optimization Using AI, Inter-satellite Optical Communications, and Quantum...
Softbank and Nokia are installing three pre-commercial 7GHz-compatible base stations in central Tokyo
In sum, what to know:
Outdoor trials – Softbank and Nokia have started outdoor trials of the 7GHz band in Tokyo, marking Japan’s first use of this frequency for 6G research.
Massive MIMO –...
ISAC leverages radio signals and infrastructure of mobile networks to detect, locate and interpret objects in the environment
As the industry explores what 6G will look like, one of the most discussed — and often misunderstood — concepts is Integrated Sensing and Communications (ISAC). While...
As the world anticipates the shift from 5G to 6G, the debate centers on whether this transition will be an evolutionary enhancement or a revolutionary leap in telecommunications. While emerging standards, spectrum allocations, and use case develoment will obviously define what 6G becomes, there's...
The current duopoly in the Indian telecoms market is simply down to deep pockets, at Jio and Airtel, says the government; it wants more competition and has reiterated support for challengers Vodafone Idea and BSNL
In sum – what to know:
Market diversity – India’s duopoly...
Ericsson's U.K. research program involves close collaboration with academic institutions, industry partners and mobile operators
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Ericsson extends U.K. 6G research program – The vendor is renewing its multi-million investment in a U.K.-based initiative to explore 6G and next-gen network technologies.
Research targets...
NGA focuses on promoting innovation and leadership in 6G for North America, while XGMF is committed to growing the mobile services sector
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ATIS and XGMF team up – The MoU strengthens U.S.–Japan collaboration on 5G and 6G development, updating an earlier...
SoftBank has gained exclusive rights to use Sceye’s HAPS platform in Japan
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SoftBank to launch HAPS in 2026 – The Japanese carrier will begin pre-commercial stratospheric telecom services next year, using U.S.-based Sceye’s lighter-than-air platform to improve disaster recovery and...
Through a productive and collaborative journey with the entire wireless ecosystem, 3GPP Release 20 officially begins, aiming to deliver on the full promise of 5G and laying the foundation for the future 6G standard.
With 5G Advanced Release 20, we are continuing to refine the...
GSMA expects Chinese telcos are expected to deploy 4.5 million 5G base stations by the end of the year
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Finish 5G first – GSMA’s Vivek Badrinath urges global operators to complete the 5G SA rollout before jumping to 6G, stressing...
The transition to future 6G technology should be evolutionary and should not force a complete hardware refresh, says NGMN
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Evolution, not revolution – NGMN emphasizes that 6G should evolve from 5G, with most upgrades happening via software to avoid costly...
The country’s official 6G roadmap, the Bharat 6G Vision, was launched by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in March 2023
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India reviews 6G progress – Minister Pemmasani evaluated over 100 government-funded R&D projects under the Bharat 6G Mission, emphasizing outcome-focused...
Ensuring a resilient and trustworthy communication ecosystem that protects data and maintains privacy for existing and future applications
As we look ahead to the next decade of mobile connectivity, now is a good time to consider how security needs could evolve:
Advancements in connectivity, compute and...
Ericsson plans to fully localize the manufacturing of passive antennas in India by June 2025
In sum – what you need to know:
Ericsson bets big on India — The company is scaling local manufacturing and R&D to position India as a global telecom hub and...
As the wireless industry gears up for 6G by the end of this decade, the lessons from 4G and 5G provide a solid foundation for a transformative redesign of network architecture. The transition from 5G to 6G is more than just a technological upgrade;...
6G research points to a new lower-band system spectrum design to significantly improve wireless capacity, coverage and efficiency
A new lower-band spectrum design for 6G can benefit all ecosystem players and end users by:
Ultimately improving the quality of experience, which is essential for customer satisfaction.
Increasing...
The head of InterDigital's Wireless Lab weighs in on AI in a 6G context
Some hard questions are being asked of 6G these days: Is it inevitable? How risky will it be? Is 5G good enough for most of what most people want to do?...
The evolution of wireless technologies is a continuous process with each generation building upon the previous one to refine capabilities and introduce innovations. While 6G is currently in its research phase, several complementary technologies developing alongside 5G provide a glimpse of what the next...
Working with partners, Qualcomm is testing non-terrestrial network-based cellular connectivity, as well as the integration of non-terrestrial and terrestrial networks
As 6G begins to take shape through international research and early standardization efforts, Qualcomm is placing strategic emphasis on technologies that push beyond the boundaries...
As 6G standardization work ramps, Qualcomm is driving network capabilities forward while being mindful of operators’ TCO concerns
The 3GPP officially began the process of 6G standardization with a workshop in March, meant to develop consensus ahead of launching a study item under Release 20...
Qualcomm on how integrated sensing and communications enables real-time network optimization and new service opportunities
Integrated Sensing and Communications (ISAC) is shaping up to be a foundational capability in 6G, and it's already gaining traction in pre-standardization research efforts. Within 3GPP, ISAC is under exploration...
Qualcomm is demonstrating low-band capacity gains and infrastructure reuse in the upper-mid band
The story of 6G isn’t just about new spectrum—it’s about making better use of what we already have. In an interview at Mobile World Congress, Qualcomm VP of Engineering Tingfang Ji outlined...
With 6G standardization work officially underway, Qualcomm is working to make its R&D work a commercial reality
As the world begins shaping the 6G era, Qualcomm is taking a dual-track approach: building on the strengths of 5G while pursuing transformative new capabilities. During an interview...
Qualcomm's delegation to the recent 3GPP 6G Workshop discussed use cases, system design priorities and principles
Our vision for 6G is an innovation platform connecting an expansive compute and intelligence fabric for the next decade and beyond. It is a new wireless system that builds...
The ITU identified the need for increased indoor connectivity in 6G systems — and that means Wi-Fi
For the first time, the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) identified ubiquitous connectivity as a requirement for 6G systems. Dean Bubley, who is an analyst with Disruptive Analysis and...
