Nokia launches 6G Lab in India

Nokia has recently unveiled the establishment of a cutting-edge 6G Lab at its Global R&D center in Bangalore, India. This initiative is geared towards expediting the advancement of foundational technologies and inventive applications supported by 6G technology, with the ultimate goal of meeting the future requirements of various industries and society. Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister of Railways, Communications, Electronics & IT, Government of India inaugurated the facility virtually. Nokia's 6G laboratory is committed to supporting the 'Bharat 6G Vision' of the Government of India, as introduced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This vision aims to position India as a key player in the standardization, development, and implementation of 6G technology on a global scale. The laboratory will serve as a collaborative platform for industry stakeholders, enabling them to test innovative solutions and assess their potential for commercialization. The Lab has a setup to study 'Network as a Sensor' technology. This technology allows the network to sense objects, people, and movement without the need for onboard sensors. In the 6G era, 'Network as a Sensor' is an important technology that brings the digital and physical worlds together. Sensing will be integrated into the wireless network and work at the same time as communication services. This could allow people to see around corners,...