Global Ranking of Wireless Communication Network Technology Patent (TOP100)

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Based on the limitation of keywords and classification numbers related to wireless communication network technology, the statistics include wireless communication network patents applied for and publicly disclosed globally from June 1, 2021 to May 31, 2023 (in combination with the application number).

Time range of data extraction: From June 1, 2021 to May 31, 2023

In recent years, the development of the information and communication industry has been consistently positive, the industrial added value of the information and communication industry and its proportion in GDP have steadily increased. Simultaneously, the industry has witnessed the deepening, broadening, and new developments in its digital transformation. The continuous integration of information and communication technology with traditional industries has facilitated the digital transformation and upgrading of various sectors. With the continuous development and in-depth research of technologies such as the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, 5G, 6G, wireless communication network technology, as a key field of the information and communication industry, is constantly making changes, promoting technological innovation and development, and bringing new opportunities to businesses.

According to the prediction by the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology, by 2040, the number of various types of 6G terminals will increase by more than 30 times compared with 2022, and the average monthly traffic will increase by over 130 times. Market Research Future predicts that the global 6G market will exceed US $340 billion in 2040, with a compound annual growth rate of 58.1%. China will be one of the largest 6G markets in the world. As an important direction for the next generation of wireless communication network technology, numerous research institutions and enterprises are actively developing 6G technology in order to gain an advantage in future competition. Therefore, the prospect of the wireless network communication industry is very optimistic.

Based on the understanding of wireless network communication technology, IPRdaily has compiled the Global Ranking of Wireless Communication Network Technology Patent (TOP100) by limiting the relevant keywords and classification numbers. The data includes wireless network communication patents applied for and published globally from June 1, 2021, to May 31, 2023 (in combination with the application number). The ranking is as follows:

According to the ranking list, Qualcomm Group ranks first with 26,944 patents; Huawei ranks second with 20,136 patents; Ericsson ranks third with 11,500 patents, followed by Samsung, OPPO, VIVO, LG, ZTE, Nokia, and Xiaomi, among other companies.

Note: The patent database used in this list is the incoPat database.