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How pandemic will fuel importance of 5G

Written by Neha Karthik | Apr 1, 2020 8:00:00 AM

The virtual global lockdown caused by the coronavirus has definitely led a lot of disruption for businesses globally. But for the 5G technology and its high speed remote telecommunications offerings, it has definitely brought some positive news. Faster Internet of Things (IoT), Smartphones and other remote telecommunications -- with more people working from home, 5G will reap the benefits of this lockdown and the times ahead. Coronavirus global lockdown will fuel importance of 5G remote quick telecommunications.

Out of this unprecedented crisis, 5G's speed and application to digital and audio communications will play a role. Factories, schools, sporting events, concerts and business conventions have been postponed or cancelled due to the pandemic. The stock market continued to act with volatile uncertainly. The importance of 5G in this crisis is rising as corporations and individuals are self-quarantining to avoid in-person services. 5G is a clear answer to the current dilemma now to build that fifth generation protocol for all in every country.

The current situation has confirmed the vital role of our industries, and everyone is conscious that we need to be ready to support all sectors in being ready for the future as the country comes out of the crisis. Investment in fibre and 5G connections will remain of critical importance. Government is reviewing promoting investment and competition in fibre networks and the 5G auction as important building blocks for this.

Even before the coronavirus crisis began, 5G was seen as the future dominant technology in global telecommunications. Allied Marketing Research has estimated that the 5G market will be massive in 2020 with a growth of 122% from 2021-2026.

In this coronavirus fear environment, 5G telecommunications -- reaching people by SmartPhone, internet and other remote means -- have an important future. It will be a quicker, healthier way to communicate from a distance and limit in-person contact.

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