6GHz Spectrum: Wi-Fi's Future or the Next Auction Target?
2025-07-01

The FCC's consideration of reallocating the 6GHz spectrum has sparked a debate about the future of Wi-Fi and spectrum auctions. Experts highlight the crucial role of 6GHz for Wi-Fi, promising significant speed and capacity improvements, supporting emerging applications like VR. However, this spectrum faces competition from satellite and mobile operators, with FCC Chairman Brendan Carr leaning toward allocating more frequencies to mobile carriers. With 6GHz Wi-Fi deployments just beginning, it's a prime target for reallocation, potentially impacting Wi-Fi's future significantly.
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