SNS JU and 6G-IA are advancing European 6G leadership through integrated research in microelectronics, photonics, and non-terrestrial networks, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and AI-driven architectures. Key projects like EXIGENCE, ECO-eNET, and SUSTAIN-6G are developing energy-efficient networks and green incentives to reduce carbon footprints, while initiatives such as 6G-NTN and UNITY-6G focus on seamless satellite-terrestrial integration for resilient connectivity. Recent technical milestones include breakthroughs in integrated sensing and communication (ISAC), open RAN security, and large-scale Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface trials scheduled for 2026. These efforts are being showcased at major industry events like Techritory 2025 and IEEE conferences, where researchers present findings on 6G standardization, spectrum efficiency, and industrial applications.
Source: https://smart-networks.europa.eu/sns-ju-september-2025-newsflash/
Keywords: quantum technologies, sustainable data centers, terahertz communications, non-terrestrial networks, AI-native architectures