GLOBE TELECOM, INC. said it is prioritizing building more resilient and secure networks as the industry begins to prepare for sixth-generation (6G) technology.
“As we look toward 6G, the priority is clear. We have to build networks that are resilient, secure, and dependable in everyday life, especially when conditions are most challenging,” Globe President and Chief Executive Officer Carl Raymond R. Cruz said in a media release on Sunday.
Globe said 6G is expected to unlock new capabilities alongside the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), noting that for archipelagic and disaster-prone countries such as the Philippines, hybrid connectivity models that combine terrestrial and satellite networks are critical.
Sixth-generation technology, the next phase of cellular networks, is expected to reach commercial deployment by the early 2030s and is seen as a platform that could enable new applications across the telecommunications and technology sectors.
“A stable connection that holds under pressure is far more valuable than speed that cannot be sustained,” Mr. Cruz said.
Globe said the telecommunications industry is beginning to shape the 6G roadmap, with the company assessing potential engagement while considering practical use cases and investment requirements.
“As the telecommunications industry moves toward the next phase of innovation, Globe emphasized that progress must be guided by responsibility, ensuring reliable connectivity across both urban centers and hard-to-reach communities as digital transformation accelerates,” Globe said.
Globe’s 5G coverage has reached more than 90% in metropolitan areas and key cities in the Visayas and Mindanao. The company said it continues to expand its 5G and long-term evolution (LTE) networks in underserved areas.
Meanwhile, the Department of Information and Communications Technology is phasing out 2G and 3G networks to free up spectrum for 4G and 5G services under the Konektadong Pinoy Act. — Ashley Erika O. Jose
