MWC 2025 in Barcelona brought together the best minds in tech to explore the future of global connectivity. Among the key themes: balancing innovation and regulation, securing critical infrastructure, and maximizing the economic impact of 5G.
At NextNav, we were at the heart of these conversations, and here’s what we believe are three key takeaways from MWC 2025:
1️. Regulation Can Be an Innovation Accelerator – If Done Right
A clear regulatory path isn’t a roadblock—it’s a catalyst for progress. FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr emphasized the need for policies that enable the rapid deployment of next-gen technologies. How can we strike the right balance between innovation and compliance?
🎥 Watch our CEO Mariam Sorond discuss this with Fierce Network:
2️. Resilience is Non-Negotiable in a Connected World
From GSMA’s Security Summit to expert panels on positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT), one message was clear: a more connected world is also a more vulnerable one. With growing cyber threats and GPS disruptions, we must ensure robust, redundant location and timing solutions.
🎥 Panel Discussion: Experts discuss how to build a more secure ecosystem:
3️. The 5G Economy is Here—But Full Potential is Still Ahead
GSMA’s Mats Granryd highlighted a staggering $4.7 trillion economic impact from completing 5G standalone networks. But to maximize this potential, the industry must address coverage gaps, spectrum availability, and cost-effective infrastructure.
At NextNav, we’ve tested 5G-based terrestrial PNT solutions to enhance resilience and unleash 5G broadband availability—and have completed studies to safeguard against interference.
MWC 2025 reinforced the urgency of building a more resilient, secure, and economically powerful connectivity landscape. As we push forward, collaboration is key.
Let’s keep the conversation going. What were your biggest takeaways from MWC 2025? Let’s Talk!
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