Juniper Research
Coverage of Juniper Research in the Nexus archive.
- Satellite phone dreams orbit reality as direct-to-cell usage set to underwhelm
Mobile telcos are partnering with satellite operators to expand coverage via direct-to-cell (D2C) technology, but Juniper Research warns real-world adoption may fall short due to niche use cases and unresolved issues like poor indoor coverage. T-Mobile and SpaceX’s Starlink pioneered D2C in the US, while Europe and other regions are exploring adoption, though dense urban areas remain challenging.
- 6G: The next gen of wireless tech nobody's ready to pay for
6G technology is projected to launch in 2029, led by the US and South Korea, with global connections expected to grow from 4.6 million to 2.9 billion by 2035. However, challenges like monetization, technological hurdles, and slow adoption due to ongoing 5G investments may delay widespread consumer use, with initial focus on enterprise/military applications.
- Cross-border B2B stablecoin payments to hit $5 trillion by 2035, says Juniper Research
Juniper Research predicts cross-border B2B stablecoin payments will reach $5 trillion by 2035, driven by growing adoption of blockchain-based solutions in global trade.