ITU initiates 'IMT-2020' Vision
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) officially began the process of defining the requirements for 'IMT-2020,' which would eventually become the global standard for 5G.
Significance
This was the formal kick-off for the global standardization effort, setting the stage and high-level goals for 5G, guiding all subsequent research and development.
Key facts
- Date
- 2012-10-24
- Type
- milestone
- Location
- Geneva, Switzerland (ITU Radiocommunication Sector)