India, Oct. 12 -- The next generation of mobile networks will need to demonstrate measurable commercial value, integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into network operations and address the economics of deployment, rather than rely on faster speeds and higher capacity to justify investment, according to a new report by RCRTech.

Aligning Technology, Policy and Purpose, by RCRTech, argues that the success of sixth-generation (6G) networks will depend on how effectively the industry aligns emerging technologies with practical use cases, regulatory frameworks and the costs of building and operating infrastructure.

Drawing on perspectives from industry stakeholders including ABI Research, Nokia, Verizon, NTT Docomo, Keysight, Battelle and th...