Spectrum Showdown: US Tech Giants Clash with Indian Telcos Over 6 GHz Band – Who Wins WiFi or 5G Future?

Overview

Major US tech companies like Apple, Amazon, and Meta are opposing Reliance Jio and Vodafone Idea's bid for 6 GHz spectrum for mobile services, advocating instead for its allocation to WiFi. This conflict, detailed in a TRAI consultation, pits future mobile expansion against WiFi dominance and raises questions about India's 6G readiness and digital infrastructure.