Finland’s high rankings in rule of law, press freedom, and low corruption provide a foundational context for its world-leading 6G research program, which integrates governance and societal values directly into network design. Experts argue that trustworthy 6G networks must be built upon accountable institutions and legal frameworks that constrain power, rather than treating regulation as an afterthought. This approach is critical as global democracy and rule of law indicators show significant decline, with most of the world facing weakened institutions and rising disinformation. Consequently, the 6G Flagship emphasizes that the social and political environment of deployment will fundamentally determine how spectrum access and technology benefits are distributed.
Source: https://www.6gflagship.com/news/6g-governance-rule-of-law/
Keywords: rule of law, societal trust, ethical governance, disinformation, spectrum regulation