6G: The next gen of wireless tech nobody's ready to pay for
The development of 6G technology is underway, with the first specifications expected by 2028 and initial deployments projected for 2029. However, telecom companies are hesitant to invest in 6G due to challenges in monetizing 5G and the need for clear use cases. The majority of early 6G connections are anticipated to be concentrated in the Far East and China, with North America following behind.
- ▪Juniper Research forecasts that 3GPP will publish the first 6G technical specifications by 2028.
- ▪The first 6G deployments could arrive in 2029, with global connections expected to reach 4.6 million at launch.
- ▪Telecom operators are currently focused on proving the value of 5G-Advanced and are not prioritizing 6G in their roadmaps.
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(function() { let windowUrl = window.location.href; windowUrl = windowUrl.substring(windowUrl.indexOf('?') + 1); let messageElement = document.querySelector('.shareableMessage'); if (windowUrl && windowUrl.includes('code') && windowUrl.includes('expires')) { messageElement.style.display = 'block'; } })(); Networks 6G: The next gen of wireless tech nobody's ready to pay for Standards body on track for 2028 specs drop. Telcos on track for 2028 existential crisis about 5G ROI Dan Robinson Dan Robinson Published wed 27 May 2026 // 11:00 UTC The first 6G deployments could arrive in 2029, with the US and South Korea likely leading early adoption, according to Juniper Research, Juniper forecasts 3GPP (Third Generation Partnership Project) will publish the first 6G technical specifications by…
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