5G tops 3 billion, Africa to expand as 6G nears, Ericsson 2026 Mobility Report
The Ericsson Mobility Report for June 2026 revealed that 5G subscriptions have exceeded 3 billion worldwide, and growth is expected to continue through the rest of the decade.
Global mobile data Global mobile data traffic grew 22% YoY to 210 exabytes/month in Q1 2026, driven by video (75% of traffic) and AI‑enabled devices like smart glasses and cameras.
The Ericsson Mobility Report for June 2026 tracks global trends in subscriber growth, the effect AI is having on network traffic, the shift towards paid differentiated connectivity, and where FWA and early 6G work currently stand.
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