‘Only Fitting’ for DC to Lead Way in 5G, Says Shapiro, Urging Leaders' Support

It’s “hard to imagine life” in Washington without a smartphone, but the dawning of 5G means “our mobile universe is about to expand in ways unimaginable 10 years ago,” wrote CTA President Gary Shapiro Monday in the Washington Examiner. The District’s Transportation Department is weighing “guidelines” to “facilitate the introduction of 5G throughout the city,” he said. 5G’s “innovations are right around the corner, as soon as we get the necessary infrastructure in place,” he said. ”It’s only fitting that we lead the way in implementing a new technology that, through the power of connectivity, will increase opportunities for everyone.” Mayor Muriel Bowser (D) and D.C. council members need to be on board “to support 5G’s rollout,” said Shapiro.