BROWSING: 6G

What is AI-native 6G?

In an AI-native architecture, AI is not a feature — it's fundamental While the standardization of 6G is still years away, the next-generation of cellular technology is often described as AI-native, and as telcos and their partners look to the future, they are rallying...

Finland’s working group starts work to promote 6G technology

The main goal of the working group is to prepare Finland's national 6G roadmap Finland’s Ministry of Transport and Communications confirmed that a specific working group has started its work to promote 6G communication technologies. In a release, the ministry noted that the main goal of...

What did 5G get right, what did it get wrong?

At roughly the mid-point of the 5G cycle (assuming 10-year generational upgrade cycles), there’s seemingly widespread criticism that it hasn’t delivered on the promises it made. That’s largely related to the massive capital spend operators undertook to acquire new spectrum and put it into...

TRAI recommends THz experimental permits to boost 6G in India

The THz permits would development of new technologies and services in the terahertz band, TRAI said The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has recommended the introduction of a new experimental authorization dubbed "Terahertz Experimental Authorization" (THEA), aimed at promoting research and development, technology trials...

Three 6G priorities — steady, simplified and secure

Often called AI-native, many pillars of 6G are expected to incorporate this technology 6G is still very much in the R&D phase and will not be available until 2030 or later, but alas, it is quickly crowding out discussions of 5G (despite the fact...

ATIS’ Next G Alliance looks at 6G spectrum access possibilities

NGA said the report is aimed at technology providers, spectrum licensees and regulators ATIS’ Next G Alliance (NGA) has put out a new report that evaluates a range of spectrum management and access mechanisms, including sharing regimes, to maximize North American opportunities in 6G. The report,...

KT and LG Electronics partner on 6G transmission, full-duplex research

KT and LG will also collaborate on the global standardization for 6G systems South Korean operator KT and LG Electronics are jointly developing 6G transmission and full-duplex communication technologies, and will collaborate on the global standardization for next-generation cellular systems. Full-duplex will be introduced as part...

Indian entities partner to develop ‘cell-free’ 6G network

Two Indian institutes signed the 6G collaboration agreement with the Center for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) Two Indian technology institutes are partnering with the country's Department of Telecommunications to work on developing "cell-free" access points as a potential part of future 6G systems. The...

Five 6G research organizations — green, equitable and agreeable

Research organizations across the globe agree that 6G will begin to roll out in 2030 Research organizations, associations and consortiums dedicated to the study, development and promotion of 6G technology are popping up in every region of the world. For many of them, there is...

Qualcomm Webinar: What’s the role of sensing for next-generation wireless networks?

A major catalyst for 6G is the conversion of physical, digital, and virtual realms, which enables new user experiences and applications. Wireless sensing plays a crucial role in this transformation, as it allows for the detection and recognition of the physical world before it...

What is the outlook for 6G spectrum?

5G is still ramping up, but an early and proactive approach to 6G spectrum allocation is key In May 2024, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) sought public comment and information on the current state of development of as-yet-unstandardized 6G wireless systems, indicating that...

The outlines of the 6G network architecture are starting to take shape (Analyst Angle)

On June 27, 2024, in Shanghai, China, a collaborative 6G Network Architecture Prospect seminar was held during which leading global mobile operators from China, Japan and South Korea convened to delve into the innovative architecture of 6G networks, signifying a constructive step forward in...

ATIS’ Next G Alliance releases 6G report focused on comms and sensing

NGA noted that JCAS/ISAC is one of the key new features for future 6G systems ATIS’ Next G Alliance (NGA) announced the publication of a new study of 6G communication channels and joint communication and sensing (JCAS)/integrated sensing and communication (ISAC) channel models. In a release,...

Korea unveils new initiative to advance 6G cooperation

'6G Society' will promote communication and interchange between the satellite communication field and the 6G mobile communication field South Korea’s Ministry of Science and ICT (MSIT) recently announced the launch of the so-called  '6G Society', a new initiative aimed at strengthening technological exchange and cooperation...

Samsung researcher to lead ITU-R group for 6G standardization

Samsung said that the coordination group will be responsible for defining the process for developing 6G technology standards Samsung Electronics confirmed that its researcher HyoungJin Choi was named chair of the Coordination Group on IMT-2030 (6G) at the International Telecommunication Union Radiocommunication Sector (ITU-R) Working...

Editorial Webinar: Will 6G finally deliver on the promises of 5G?

As we reach the midpoint of the 10-year cycle following the commercial launch of 5G in 2018/19, attention is increasingly shifting towards 6G.What lessons from 5G can be applied or avoided for 6G? Will this next generation of cellular help the industry finally deliver...

China claims world’s first ‘6G’ field test network

The network has achieved a significant improvement in key communication metrics such as capacity, coverage and efficiency A group of Chinese telecom engineers have established what they claim is the world's first field test network for 6G communication and intelligent integration, Chinese newspaper China Daily...

Ericsson extends R&D deal in Saudi Arabia with focus on 5G, 6G

Ericsson said it has extended the collaboration with KAUST for an additional two years Swedish vendor Ericsson has announced the extension of its research and development partnership with King Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia for an additional two years. Following the...

Sheffield claims UK’s first national 6G research facility

The 6G facility was developed in partnership with Keysight and is based on Keysight instruments and software The University of Sheffield announced the launch of the "National 6G Radio Systems Facility" in the city of Sheffield, which aims to support the U.K. in becoming a...

RCR Wireless News to host virtual 6G Forum on October 1st

As the telecommunications industry continues to evolve, the debate around 6G is heating up. While some industry leaders are making significant investments in 6G research and development, driven by the promise of more energy-efficient next-generation networks, others remain skeptical. They question the tangible benefits...

Study, identify, allocate: Technical studies are key to a successful national spectrum strategy 

It’s more important than ever that the federal government show united leadership around the necessity of technical spectrum studies While a significant percentage of Broadcom’s revenue comes from broadband and Wi-Fi, it also has significant exposure to the mobile cellular market. Therefore, when it comes...

SK Telecom, Singtel partner to develop next-gen telco technology

SK Telecom and Singtel will explore the use of artificial intelligence (AI), orchestration tools and deepen the domain knowledge of network virtualization Korean carrier SK Telecom and Singaporean telco Singtel have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the aim of collaborating on building next-generation...

India’s budget may include new 5G initiatives, R&D for 6G

5G networks in India already reached more than 700 districts across the country, with 446,000 5G base stations The upcoming union budget may announce initiatives for the development of India's 5G ecosystem, as well as funds for more research and development in the 6G field,...

Nokia sees South Korea as pioneer country in the 6G field

Nokia stated that its future 6G plans in South Korea involve collaborating with major mobile carriers in the country Finnish vendor Nokia is seeing South Korea as a likely candidate to commercialize 6G wireless networks and related services by 2029, local news service Korea JoongAng...

Path to 6G: Envisioning next-gen use cases for 2030 and beyond

A summary of the recent 3GPP SA1 IMT-2030 use cases workshop Last month, 3GPP held a Stage 1 workshop on IMT-2030 use cases in Rotterdam, Netherlands. A diverse group of vertical organizations and regional research alliances tasked to drive the technology advancement towards 6G were...