Samsung Electronics has set the stage for the next generation of mobile connectivity with the release of its latest 6G white paper, “AI-Native & Sustainable Communication.”
As the industry accelerates toward 6G standardisation, Samsung says it is making a decisive push to shape the future of telecommunications with AI-driven networks, energy-efficient infrastructure, and next-generation connectivity solutions.
According to Samsung, with the global standards bodies like ITU-R and 3GPP intensifying their 6G research, 2024 marks a turning point in the race to define what comes next after 5G.
Samsung isn’t just participating it’s positioning itself as a leader in the development of intelligent, high-performance, and sustainable mobile networks, according to the technology company.
Samsung’s highlights that the vision for 6G is built on AI-native architecture, where artificial intelligence isn’t just an add-on but a fundamental part of how networks operate. From real-time traffic optimisation to intelligent interference management, AI will be embedded at every layer of the 6G ecosystem.
Beyond Speed: AI as the core of 6G innovation
For decades, advancements in wireless technology have been measured by speed and capacity. But 6G will be different it won’t just be about faster data rates; it will be about making networks smarter, more autonomous, and more efficient.
Samsung’s highlights that the vision for 6G is built on AI-native architecture, where artificial intelligence isn’t just an add-on but a fundamental part of how networks operate. From real-time traffic optimisation to intelligent interference management, AI will be embedded at every layer of the 6G ecosystem.
“We are intensifying our 6G research efforts, focusing on AI-enabled communication technologies and sustainable networks,” Charlie Zhang, Senior Vice President at Samsung Research’s Advanced Communications Research Center (ACRC) says.
Samsung explains that it has already showcased AI-powered Radio Access Network (AI-RAN) solutions, proving how AI can transform network efficiency, reduce latency, and optimise power consumption critical elements for the hyper-connected world 6G aims to support.
Sustainability as a 6G imperative
Samsung’s white paper also underscores a growing concern for the telecom industry: sustainability. With each new generation of mobile technology comes increased energy demands, making power efficiency a central challenge for 6G networks.
Samsung is tackling this head-on with innovations that reduce network power consumption while maintaining high performance and reliability. The goal is to build a future-proof, environmentally conscious 6G network that aligns with global sustainability efforts.
The road to 6G: What comes next?
The next five years, according to Samsung, will be critical in defining the 6G era. ITU-R and 3GPP are expected to finalise 6G standards by 2030, but key industry players like Samsung are already shaping the conversation.
In November, Samsung convened top telecoms leaders at the Silicon Valley Future Wireless Summit, driving discussions on AI-driven wireless networks and sustainable connectivity. With proof-of-concept demonstrations already underway, the company says it is laying the groundwork for the networks of the future.
Samsung’s 6G Vision: A smarter, more sustainable network
Samsung’s latest research makes one thing clear: 6G will be more than just another step forward in wireless speed it will redefine how networks think, adapt, and evolve.
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