Washington opens the 6G file: The Trump administration reveals the 6G frequencies targeted in America.

 

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Washington opens the 6G file: The Trump administration reveals the 6G frequencies targeted in America.

In a move reflecting an early race for future communications technology, the administration of US President Donald Trump has revealed the frequency bands that the United States plans to use for sixth-generation (6G) services expected to begin commercially by 2030.

The roots of this trend go back to February 2019, when Trump surprised followers with a tweet in which he said he wanted the United States to reach 5G and even 6G technologies as soon as possible, describing them as faster, stronger and smarter than current standards.

Although the statement was met with widespread criticism at the time, it now appears to be in line with the global trend toward developing the sixth generation of communications, according to a report published by the "phonearena" website and reviewed.

Specific frequencies for driving the 6G race

According to a recent presidential memorandum signed by Trump last week, the US administration seeks to ensure American leadership in the development and deployment of 6G technologies. The memorandum identified three main areas for their use in these services:
- 7.125 – 7.4 GHz.
- 2.69 – 2.9 GHz.
- 4.4 – 4.94 GHz.

The memorandum stipulates the relocation of federal systems currently operating within the 7.125-7.4 GHz band, in preparation for its use in full-capacity commercial 6G services.
The relevant federal agencies were also required to submit resettlement plans within 12 months, with an emphasis on not compromising national security requirements.

A diplomatic role to consolidate American leadership

The US administration’s approach is not limited to the technical aspect only, as the memo directed Secretary of State Marco Rubio and other officials to promote US leadership in 6G through diplomatic channels, in an attempt to establish US influence globally in next-generation standards and technologies.

The administration believes that 6G networks will be the cornerstone for advanced technologies including artificial intelligence, robotics, and implantable technologies, along with other future applications, supported by higher connection speeds, near-zero latency, and unprecedented data capacities.

There is no place for the CBRS band in 6G plans.

In a related context, New Street Research indicated that the US administration does not seem enthusiastic about using the CBRS (Citizen Broadband Radio Service) band within its 6G plans.
The organization considered that ignoring this range in the presidential memo reflects a desire to keep it for current uses, especially by cable companies and wireless communication services that share the military.

AT&T had previously proposed moving CBRS from its current 3.5 GHz band to 3.1-3.3 GHz, a proposal that was supported by the U.S. Department of Defense, with the aim of providing a larger block of mid-band spectrum to auction off to telecommunications companies.

The technology race is accelerating

These steps are part of Trump’s broader vision to make the United States the world leader in advanced technologies, particularly artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.
The president had recently signed several executive orders to bolster American dominance in the fields of science and technology, as well as to support other future sectors such as high-speed aviation.
While 6G is still in the planning stages globally, Washington appears to have chosen to enter the race early, placing the frequency spectrum at the heart of its strategy for future technological dominance.