Fifth Generation of Wireless Networks (5G): Problems and Risks

Abstract

The article is devoted to the analysis of electromagnetic radiation of fifth generation (5G) networks. The characteristic of the 5G electromagnetic radiation spectrum and its features is given. The main advantages of implementing 5G networks proceeding from the Concept of the Ministry of communications of Russia are analyzed, including the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, augmented, extended reality, and virtual reality. Nine ways in which 5G and IoT will cause serious harm to people, wildlife, and our Earth are summarized. The conclusions of the Concept are being questioned. The article analyzes the results that the military personnel is expecting from the 5G network, including the introduction of hypersonic weapons, the creation of "smart military bases", "combat networks", the use of "portable combat items", drones, non-lethal, directed energy electronic weapons. It is justified: how does 5G differ qualitatively and quantitatively from 4G in its impact on human health. Based on the appeal of scientists and environmental organizations from 219 countries to the UN, the WTO, the EU, the Council of Europe and the governments of all States, the demand for the immediate termination of the deployment of a 5G wireless network on Earth and in space is justified.