Unpacking 6G: Opportunities and Challenges

This chapter explores the evolution of telecommunications technology, focusing on the transition from 5G to 6G and the complex dynamics among stakeholders such as telecom operators and defense entities. The discussion emphasizes the need for user-centric design, the importance of lessons learned from 5G, and the challenges posed by technological advancements in a competitive global landscape. Overall, it critiques the approach to 6G marketing and innovation, urging for a more sustainable and modular system moving forward.