A new study from Juniper Research predicts there will be 290 million connections worldwide by 2030. The year after the originally planned release in 2029.
To achieve this early growth, carriers will need to overcome a variety of technical challenges, including network interference issues arising from the use of high-frequency spectrum, the report warns.
The use of this high-frequency spectrum in 6G will be a key technology to deliver throughput speeds 100 times faster than current 5G networks. However, because cellular technology has never used spectrum bands in this range, the most pressing concern for carriers is minimizing this network interference or creating an unreliable 6G network. The goal is to minimize the risk of
RIS identified as key emerging 6G technology
To achieve this, the report recommends that carriers invest in RIS (Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces). Technology that reduces the impact of interference to network services from large obstructions such as buildings. This is achieved by intentionally reflecting and refracting 6G mobile signals, allowing data packets to navigate around physical obstacles.
As 6G standards become clearer in 2025, RIS technology should be an immediate priority for development. However, some of his 6G networks are geographically wide, so to take full advantage of the technology, carriers will need to implement AI to monitor and adjust his RIS configuration in real time. the report warns.
research author alex webb “Initial 6G coverage will be in the most geographically populated areas to serve as many users as possible. This is key to delivering valuable 6G services to both enterprise customers.”
