6G Talk - Techno-economic systems in 6G with Seppo Yrjölä

How will 6G create, deliver, and capture value? In this 6G Talk, Professor Seppo Yrjölä, from the 6G Flagship programme at the University of Oulu, explores the interdisciplinary research behind 6G’s techno-economic systems. He examines historical mobile communication visions, emerging business models, and the role of platforms and ecosystems in shaping the 6G era. From system thinking to platform-based business models, this talk provides insights into the forces driving 6G development and industry transformation. Will 6G be an evolution within existing boundaries or a disruptive general-purpose technology? Find out more in this deep dive into the future of connectivity. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction: What is a Techno-Economic System? 01:08 - Systems Thinking and Forces Shaping 6G 02:29 - The Next Technological Wave After ICT 03:53 - Historical Visions and Lessons for 6G 07:01 - Key Trends and Uncertainties in 6G Development 08:17 - Data, Spectrum, and the Role of Platforms 09:31 - AI, Trust, and Decentralisation in 6G 12:02 - Human and Machine Interaction in Future Networks 14:01 - Sustainability and Business Models in 6G 17:00 - Innovation, Transaction Platforms, and Value Creation 21:02 - Challenges in Value Capture and Competitive Integrity 26:00 - Multi-Layered 6G Platforms and Future Business Models 27:01 - Summary: 6G as a Techno-Economic System