5/29/2026 (FRI) 11:30 ~ 12:10K3-2WJWTPKeynote Speech Venue
Latest Trends of IEEE 802.11 Wireless LAN Standardization 2026
Currently, IEEE 802.11be (Wi‑Fi 7) has emerged in the market as the latest and fastest wireless LAN technology. Building on this lineage, the IEEE 802.11 Working Group (WG) is now advancing the standardization of IEEE 802.11bn. This effort aims to achieve enhanced reliability, including improved throughput under interference, reduced latency and jitter, and minimized frame loss during roaming between access points. In addition, reflecting the global trend toward decarbonization, the activity also targets lower power consumption of access points. Furthermore, it seeks to improve communication efficiency and enable more flexible communication in peer-to-peer operation. In July of last year, approval was granted to develop Draft 1.0. And in August, the first Working Group–level electronic ballot (Letter Ballot) was conducted on the draft through October. Currently, comment resolution is underway toward Draft 2.0, and the key features have largely been defined. Meanwhile, discussions have already begun on launching the next phase of standardization. In this presentation, I will introduce the latest standardization trends in IEEE 802.11 wireless LAN, which continues to evolve to address emerging needs, and highlight the key technologies of interest.
Toshiba Corporation
Wireless Systems R&D Department, Infrastructure Systems R&D Center, Corporate LaboratoryFellowTomoko Adachi
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