of economic value contributed by mobile tech and services to the GDP of North American countries in 2023
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of connections in the region will be 5G by the end of 2024
The US and Canada continue to be among the global frontrunners in 5G adoption, a testament to the significant investments by operators and the strong demand from customers for enhanced connectivity. By 2030, 5G will account for 90% of connections in the region, and contribute $210 billion to the North American economy.
The rollout of 5G across North America is occurring alongside a wave of mobile network innovations and technological advancements, including the rise of generative AI (genAI), the expansion of satellite capabilities and increased network API exposure. Operators and the wider mobile ecosystem see these trends as critical to unlocking innovation and generating new revenue opportunities.