A Japanese consortium has successfully developed and tested a prototype device capable of achieving high-speed data transmission rates of 100 gigabits per second (Gbps). This breakthrough represents a significant advancement in telecommunications technology, surpassing the capabilities of current 5G standards by a factor of 20. The device demonstrated impressive performance in both indoor and outdoor environments, utilizing the 100 GHz and 300 GHz frequency bands, respectively. The consortium’s achievement marks a substantial milestone in the development of 6G technology, poised to revolutionise the future of wireless communication.”