WBA pitches Wi-Fi as core of 6G

The Wireless Broadband Alliance has called for Wi-Fi to be included in future 6G standards, arguing ubiquitous coverage will fall short without it. The industry body proposes agnostic access models that run on Wi-Fi or mobile networks as needed, while addressing network costs, customer experience and automation.

• WBA says Wi-Fi is key to deep indoor coverage in 6G
• It proposes agnostic access running on Wi-Fi or mobile
• Network costs, customer experience and automation must be addressed
• The approach matters for autonomous networks, industry and emergency services