Feature

6G: The trends you need to know

For 6G to be successful, it’s time to address current research and economic trends, says Sarah LaSelva of Emerson Test and Measurement.

30/10/2025 12:49:40

The first 6G technology deployments are slated for 2030. The typical development cycle for a cellular generation is 10 years. That means that, in 2025, we’re halfway through the development cycle.

As Aesop warned in the tale of the ant and the grasshopper, it pays to be prepared. So, although it will be another few years before the first 3GPP standard for 6G is finished, there’s no better time to reflect on the current research and economic trends that need to be addressed to make 6G a success.

Read the full article in DPA's November 2025 issue

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.