From Earth to orbit: how 6G will monetise the next connectivity frontier

By Prianca Ravichander 09 Jan 26 Reading time: 2 mins

Imagine a world where staying connected is as effortless as flipping a switch. Your smart city sensors automatically link to satellites, an autonomous cargo ship streams real-time logistics data, and enterprises anywhere on the planet access cloud services without interruption. Welcome to the era of 6G and Low Earth Orbit (LEO) networks, where global connectivity is no longer a challenge but a plug-and-play reality.

6G isn’t just faster; it’s smarter, composable, and adaptive. It merges terrestrial networks with orbital infrastructure into a seamless ecosystem. Satellites communicate directly with devices, AI orchestrates traffic across continents and skies, and latency becomes effectively invisible. Think of it as Wi-Fi in your dreams – but unlike most dreams, this one actually works.

Of course, the future doesn’t assemble itself. Regulators and standards bodies like 3GPP and ETSI are drafting the blueprints for Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN), while questions around spectrum, interoperability, and device design remain open. For telcos, early engagement isn’t optional but strategic. The early bird doesn’t just catch the worm, it monetises it, while others are still aligning their policies.

The real transformation lies in monetisation at scale, and 6G + LEO turns networks into dynamic marketplaces. Operators can plug in modular services, deploy AI-driven workflows in real time, and deliver hyper-personalised, on-demand connectivity for enterprise customers.

6G + LEO isn’t just a technological evolution; it’s an economic revolution

Imagine bandwidth that scales with a drone fleet performing critical inspections, satellite-enabled IoT keeping remote mines operational, or immersive VR classrooms connecting students across continents. Revenue starts the instant you connect, without complex deployments required.

Hardware makers, software developers, and integrators are no longer spectators; they are co-pilots in this global connectivity ecosystem. Every device, every application, every workflow is an opportunity for monetisation. Regulators, meanwhile, set the runway: aligned policies ensure no enterprise or region is left in analogue-era limbo.

6G + LEO isn’t just a technological evolution; it’s an economic revolution. Networks become platforms, devices turn into revenue engines, and connectivity transforms into a tradeable, scalable service. Imagine a world where plugging in a new sensor or launching a new application immediately generates revenue streams, without the friction of traditional deployments. We’re making this reality tangible: modular platforms, AI-driven orchestration, and plug-and-play services designed for B2B monetisation at 6G speed.

The future is orbiting above us, and the rules are simple – plug in, play fast, monetise smarter. Those who act decisively won’t just connect the world, they’ll rewrite the global playbook for commerce, technology, and innovation. 

Call it science-fiction if you like. Orbital satellites optimising every connection, drones demanding on-demand bandwidth, and AI running the world’s networks like a maestro. The difference? Far from imagination, 6G + LEO is arriving faster than we can plan for it. The question isn’t whether you’ll participate, it’s whether you’ll lead, follow, or watch someone else capture the opportunity while you’re still untangling your cables.

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Prianca Ravichander is CMO & CCO at Tecnotree.