InternationalThursday, 9 April 2026·https://testbook.com/current-affairs/09-april-2026-daily-current-affairs
UAE launches world’s first commercial U6GHz network in 6425–7125 MHz band
The UAE launched the world’s first commercial Upper 6GHz network in April 2026 with 10Gbps downlink and 1Gbps uplink.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In April 2026, the United Arab Emirates launched the world’s first commercial Upper 6GHz (U6GHz) network and ecosystem during the SAMENA Council Leaders’ Summit.
Key specifics
- The network operates in the 6425–7125 MHz band, described as the “Golden Spectrum”.
- It delivers 5G-Advanced speeds with 10Gbps downlink and 1Gbps uplink.
- The rollout is led by the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) of the UAE.
- TDRA allocated the U6GHz band for mobile services in 2024 and achieved 10Gbps field tests in 2025.
- Key partners include Huawei, Nokia, GSMA, and UAE operators du and e&.
Exam lens
MCQ focus: spectrum band, speed figures, regulatory authority, launch year; TNPSC may ask which country launched the first commercial U6GHz network and why it is called Golden Spectrum.