Entrepreneurial Opportunities in 6G Communication Network Technologies

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Course Description:
This course explores the transformative potential of sixth-generation (6G) wireless technologies and their implications for innovation and entrepreneurship. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of 6G’s fundamental principles, key advancements, and anticipated capabilities, setting the stage for identifying emerging opportunities in this rapidly evolving field. Through a blend of theoretical insights and real-world case studies, the course examines how startups and ventures are leveraging 6G to create groundbreaking solutions across industries.
Participants will learn how to analyze market needs, recognize technological gaps, and develop innovative business models tailored to the 6G landscape. The course also addresses critical challenges—including technical, regulatory, and market-related risks—and offers strategies to navigate them effectively. By the end, students will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to conceptualize, design, and launch successful ventures in the 6G ecosystem, while gaining expert perspectives on future trends and the trajectory of next-generation connectivity.
Learning Outcomes:
The goal of this lecture is to provide participants with a deep understanding of the fundamentals, capabilities, and transformative potential of 6G technology, while equipping them with the skills to identify and evaluate entrepreneurial opportunities in this emerging field. Students will develop critical thinking around the technical, regulatory, and market challenges associated with 6G and learn how to design innovative business models that leverage its unique capabilities. By the end of the lecture, participants will be prepared to navigate and capitalize on the evolving 6G landscape as innovators and entrepreneurs.
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Wolfgang Kellerer
Chair of Communication Networks · Technical University of Munich
Dr. Oliver Krieg
CEO & Co-Founder · Roundpeg
Marco Leiss
Chair of Integrated Systems · Technical University of Munich
To be announced
Juan Alberto Cabrera
Managing Director · EcoLogic Computing
Karen Biehl
Co-Founder · Occurrence Technologies
To be announced
Christian Dewes
Apple
To be announced
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Your personal contact · Dr.-Ing. Andrea Grigorescu · andrea.grigorescu@tum.de