2026 IEEE OPEN RAN, 6G WORKSHOP, AND RAPID REACTION STANDARDIZATION ACTIVITY (RRSA) SUMMIT

Join leading telecom visionaries, researchers, and policymakers on 1-2 December 2026 either in-person or virtually for a two-day deep dive into the next generation of wireless networks. Hosted by the IEEE Standards Association (IEEE SA) the IEEE SA Connectivity and Telecom Global Practice, and the Open Radio Access Network [RAN] and Future Networks Industry Connections Activity, the 2026 IEEE Open RAN, 6G Workshop and Rapid Reaction Standardization Activity (RRSA) Summit convenes global leaders from across industry, academia, government, operators, and research labs to examine the breakthrough developments shaping Open RAN and the roadmap to 6G. 

Why Attend?
As wireless architectures shift toward open, disaggregated, and intelligent networks, staying ahead of technical breakthroughs and standardization efforts is critical. This two-day workshop bridges the gap between foundational research and real-world deployment, giving attendees actionable insights into the technologies defining global connectivity. 

What Attendees Will Learn About: 

Open RAN Evolution & The 6G Frontier (December 1)

Explore the current state of the art, emerging architectural frameworks, and open research challenges. Industry experts and academic researchers will break down practical deployment strategies, interoperability hurdles, and the foundational technologies paving the path to commercial 6G. 

Rapid Reaction Standardization Activity (RRSA) (December 2)

Focus on the fast-paced standardization mechanisms driving next-generation networks. Learn how rapid, consensus-driven standards are being established through IEEE SA to support agile technology adoption and commercialization. 

To submit your abstract proposal for IEEE Open RAN and Future Networks Pre-standards Meeting through Rapid Reaction Standardization Activities (RRSA), 2nd December 2026 click here.

Abstract Submission Deadline: 20 November 2026.

Who Should Attend:

• Industry Leaders & Vendors: Gain clarity on upcoming technical requirements, network disaggregation challenges, vendor interoperability, and commercial roadmap planning. 
• Telecom Operators: Understand practical deployment considerations, system integration hurdles, and operational strategies for modern, scalable Open RAN infrastructure.
• Researchers & Students: Discover open research problems, explore emerging wireless paradigms, and engage directly with pioneers leading global standard-setting bodies.
• Government & Policy Professionals: Learn how Open RAN and 6G innovations address critical infrastructure needs, regulatory considerations, spectrum usage, and public-sector use cases. 

Register now to connect with global wireless pioneers, discover standard-defining innovations, and help shape the future of 6G and open wireless architectures. 

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