TV White Space Spectrum

Global TV White Space Spectrum Market to Reach US$504.9 Million by 2030

The global market for TV White Space Spectrum estimated at US$72.9 Million in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$504.9 Million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 38.1% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Rural Internet Access End-Use, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 43.0% CAGR and reach US$202.5 Million by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Emergency & Public Safety End-Use segment is estimated at 33.6% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$22.1 Million While China is Forecast to Grow at 35.5% CAGR

The TV White Space Spectrum market in the U.S. is estimated at US$22.1 Million in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$80.4 Million by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 35.5% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 35.1% and 31.8% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 24.7% CAGR.

Global TV White Space Spectrum Market - Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

What Is TV White Space Spectrum and Why Is It Significant? TV White Space (TVWS) refers to the unused broadcasting frequencies in the wireless spectrum, originally allocated to television broadcasting. This part of the spectrum is particularly valuable due to its ability to travel long distances and penetrate through obstacles, making it ideal for a variety of communication applications. TVWS technology utilizes these gaps between active TV channels to provide wireless data connectivity to rural and underserved areas where broadband access is limited. This capability is instrumental in bridging the digital divide, offering potential for enhanced internet access, especially in regions that are difficult to reach with traditional connectivity methods.

How Is Technology Advancing the Use of TV White Space? The advancement of TVWS technology is largely driven by improvements in cognitive radio technologies, which enable devices to detect and use available spectrum without interfering with the operation of primary users, such as TV broadcasters. Cognitive radios can dynamically access various frequencies based on availability, greatly enhancing the efficiency of spectrum use. Additionally, regulatory advancements, such as the development of databases to track spectrum availability and the establishment of standards and protocols for white space devices, have facilitated the practical deployment and operation of TVWS technology. These technological and regulatory frameworks ensure that TVWS can be utilized to its full potential, maximizing coverage and connectivity.

What Applications and Opportunities Does TV White Space Spectrum Offer? TVWS technology is being applied in several innovative ways beyond rural broadband. It is increasingly being explored for IoT (Internet of Things) applications, where its ability to cover large areas and penetrate through structures can enable various smart applications in agriculture, transportation, and city management. For example, farmers use TVWS for precision agriculture techniques, such as soil moisture monitoring and crop management over vast farmlands. Urban areas can leverage TVWS to connect different sensors and devices within smart city infrastructure, enhancing efficiencies in traffic management, public safety, and utility services.

What Drives the Growth in the TV White Space Spectrum Market? The growth in the TV White Space Spectrum market is driven by several factors, including the increasing demand for wireless broadband services, the need to provide internet connectivity to remote and rural areas, and the rise of smart city and IoT applications. Technological innovations that improve the efficiency and reliability of TVWS devices are also significant contributors. Furthermore, supportive government policies and regulatory measures that facilitate the allocation and use of white space spectrum are crucial for market expansion. As the digital divide continues to be a critical issue globally, TVWS is viewed as a cost-effective and practical solution to extend internet access to underserved populations, further stimulating interest and investment in this technology. These diverse drivers ensure a dynamic and growing market, highlighting the essential role of TV White Space in the future of global connectivity.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the TV White Space Spectrum market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Device (Portable Device, Fixed Device); End-Use (Rural Internet Access, Emergency & Public Safety, Smart Grid Networks, Urban Connectivity, Other End-Uses)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; USA; Canada; Japan; China; Europe; France; Germany; Italy; UK; Rest of Europe; Asia-Pacific; Rest of World.

Select Competitors (Total 25 Featured) -

• Microsoft Corporation
• Nominet UK
• Atdi S.A.
• Shared Spectrum Company
• BeepTool
• Korea Radio Promotion Association (RAPA)

TARIFF IMPACT FACTOR

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