Decisions about spectrum use in Europe are made both at the national and EU level. This research note explores the EU spectrum policy framework. Read more...

Many countries are investing heavily in 6G R&D programmes. R&D agendas are seeking to align with the ITU’s IMT-2030 framework and to feed into the ongoing 6G standardisation process. Many 6G R&D initiatives involve multi-year funding for public-private projects involving multiple organisations focused on building 6G platforms and developing 6G… Read more...

Both 3GPP and the ITU are progressing agendas to identify spectrum for satellites and other non-terrestrial networks. 3GPP Release 19 anticipates adding spectrum in the Ku-band, while WRC-27 will consider several new mobile satellite service ranges, including spectrum for satellite direct-to-device connectivity. Read more...

Since PolicyTracker published its first 6G Dossier in 2021, there has been significant progress in the framing of the 6G future and the setting of more meaningful directional targets and milestones. 6G plans are becoming more defined across global, regional and national policy roadmaps, standards developments, spectrum targets and R&D… Read more...

Regulators opting for cashless auction elements seek to achieve connectivity goals in addition to efficient spectrum assignment. Read more...

Legacy frequency bands are starting to be repurposed for 5G as well as LTE, as operators shut down their 2G and 3G networks Read more...

As 2G and 3G subscriber numbers decline, many operators worldwide are winding down their legacy networks and refarming the spectrum for LTE and 5G. Some operators have already phased out both 2G and 3G and others are doing so, but legacy networks will continue in use in some countries beyond… Read more...

There are 19 new Agenda Items for the next World Radiocommunication Conference. This cycle will be predominantly focused on satellite and space-related items. Read more...

The most difficult agenda item for transport-related items related to the modernisation of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System and the recognition of the Chinese BeiDou system. Read more...

The Conference reached several agreements that pave the way for new satellite applications. Read more...