NTIA Says 6G RFC Yielded Important Feedback
The NTIA on Tuesday offered a brief summary of comments the agency collected in response to a May request for comment on the state of 6G development (see 2409040032). The post comes amid questions about spectrum policy in the second…
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Trump administration and whether officials will scuttle some of the work done under the Biden administration’s national spectrum strategy (see 2501030041). Companies that responded “emphasized spectrum policy, open networks, AI-driven networks, global standards leadership, and infrastructure deployment,” NTIA said in a blog post: “Academic institutions contributed by focusing on research and innovation in areas like non-terrestrial networks, AI, and quantum-safe encryption. They also emphasized workforce development, advocating for more educational programs and industry partnerships to train the next generation of engineers in wireless technologies.” The responses “highlighted the necessity for AI-native networks, flexible spectrum management, robust security and privacy frameworks, sustainable network designs, collaborative partnerships, and equitable access to ensure 6G technologies benefit all sectors and communities,” the agency said. NTIA said comments also underscored “the need for a comprehensive, adaptable governance framework that balances innovation, security, and equity, while ensuring the United States retains global leadership in 6G.”