D2D blurs boundaries between satellite and terrestrial 5G spectrum - panel

At a panel discussion, experts said direct-to-device (D2D) connectivity blurs the line between satellite and terrestrial use of 5G spectrum. They noted 6G risks becoming a multi-vendor disappointment as operators are likely to deploy it on the same spectrum, equipment and vendors as 5G.

• D2D services blur satellite and terrestrial 5G spectrum boundaries
• 6G may deploy on same spectrum and equipment as 5G
• Operators tend to keep existing vendors for 6G