Cognitive Radio Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Component (Hardware, Software, Services), By Application, By End Use, By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2025

The global cognitive radio market size is estimated to reach USD 21,940.0 million in 2030 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 15.3% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new study by Grand View Research, Inc. The growth prospects of the market are attributed to the advancement of cutting-edge technologies like 5G, as well as the rising adoption of cognitive radios (CRs) within defense and government organizations. The appeal of optimized spectrum utilization and reduced power consumption has driven the adoption of CRs to fulfill technological needs.

Integrating CR with cloud computing and the Internet of Things (IoT) is poised to have a significant impact on the adoption of cognitive radios. IoT devices have gained prominence in the communication landscape due to their combination with the internet for operational purposes. These devices are anticipated to gather and exchange data efficiently, with spectrum utilization being a critical consideration. Cognitive radio plays a pivotal role in wireless communication by utilizing unused spectrum portions for wireless systems. The integration with cloud computing not only enhances the performance of cognitive radio networks without compromising security but also improves platform accessibility.

The rise of 5G technology is poised to be a pivotal driver for global CR market growth. The increasing prevalence of mobile phones, advancements in wireless communication devices, and the continuous surge in data traffic, coupled with improved network performance in areas such as data capacity, energy usage, bandwidth efficiency, latency, throughput, and cost, have collectively contributed to the emergence of 5G networks. This, in turn, is expected to fuel the growth of the CR market over the forecast period.

Several companies operating in the CR market are adopting strategies such as mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and innovations to enhance their product offerings to strengthen their foothold in the industry. For instance, in March 2023, Thales Group secured a contract from the Austrian Ministry of Defense to provide over 2,500 SquadNet tactical radios to support the Austrian Army's efforts towards digital transformation. In addition, in August 2023, Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG partnered with MediaTek to achieve the successful validation of the 5G RedCap (Reduced Capability) testing platform following the 3GPP Release 17 standard. Such partnerships, along with technological advancements, are poised to fuel the growth of the market over the forecast period.

Cognitive Radio Market Report Highlights:

Based on the component segment, the software segment dominated the market in 2024. The software segment is crucial in implementing spectrum sensing, learning, and cognitive functions, empowering cognitive radios to utilize available spectrum resources intelligently and efficiently, making it a key driver of the market's growth
Based on the application segment, the spectrum sensing segment dominated the market in 2024, owing to the increased focus on efficient spectrum utilization and dynamic spectrum access
Based on the end-use vertical, the telecommunication segment dominated the market in 2024, owing to the rising demand for spectrum efficiency and enhanced communication reliability in the rapidly evolving telecommunications industry
The North America regional market accounted for the largest revenue share in 2024, owing to the favorable regulatory frameworks and spectrum policies in North America that encouraged the adoption of CR technology

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Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope

1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
1.2. Market Definitions
1.3. Information Procurement
- 1.3.1. Information analysis
- 1.3.2. Market formulation & data visualization
- 1.3.3. Data validation & publishing
1.4. Research Scope and Assumptions
- 1.4.1. List of Data Sources

Chapter 2. Executive Summary

2.1. Cognitive Radio Market Snapshot
2.2. Cognitive Radio Market- Segment Snapshot
2.3. Cognitive Radio Market- Competitive Landscape Snapshot

Chapter 3. Cognitive Radio Market - Industry Outlook

3.1. Market Lineage Outlook
3.2. Industry Value Chain Analysis
3.3. Market Dynamics
- 3.3.1. Market Driver Analysis
- 3.3.2. Market Restraint Analysis
- 3.3.3. Industry Challenges
- 3.3.4. Industry Opportunities
3.4. Industry Analysis Tools
- 3.4.1. Porter's analysis
- 3.4.2. Macroeconomic analysis
3.5. Technology Trends

Chapter 4. Cognitive Radio Market: Component Estimates & Trend Analysis

4.1. Component Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2030
4.2. Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecast, By Component (USD Million)
- 4.2.1. Hardware
- 4.2.2. Software
- 4.2.3. Services

Chapter 5. Cognitive Radio Market: Application Estimates & Trend Analysis

5.1. Application Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2030
5.2. Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecast, By Application (USD Million)
- 5.2.1. Cognitive Routing
- 5.2.2. Location Tracking
- 5.2.3. Spectrum Allocation
- 5.2.4. Spectrum Analysis
- 5.2.5. Spectrum Sensing

Chapter 6. Cognitive Radio Market: End Use Estimates & Trend Analysis

6.1. Industry Vertical Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2030
6.2. Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecast (USD Million)
- 6.2.1. Government & Defense
- 6.2.2. Telecommunication
- 6.2.3. Transportation
- 6.2.4. Others

Chapter 7. Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis

7.1. Cognitive Radio Market by Region, 2024 & 2030
7.2. North America
- 7.2.1. North America Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
- 7.2.2. U.S.
  - 7.2.2.1. U.S. Cognitive Radio Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD MILLION)
- 7.2.3. Canada
  - 7.2.3.1. Canada Cognitive Radio Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD MILLION)
- 7.2.4. Mexico
  - 7.2.4.1. Mexico Cognitive Radio Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD MILLION)
7.3. Europe
- 7.3.1. Europe Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
- 7.3.2. U.K.
  - 7.3.2.1. U.K. Cognitive Radio Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD MILLION)
- 7.3.3. Germany
  - 7.3.3.1. Germany Cognitive Radio Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD MILLION)
- 7.3.4. France
  - 7.3.4.1. France Cognitive Radio Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD MILLION)
7.4. Asia Pacific
- 7.4.1. Asia Pacific Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
- 7.4.2. China
  - 7.4.2.1. China Cognitive Radio Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD MILLION)
- 7.4.3. Japan
  - 7.4.3.1. Japan Cognitive Radio Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD MILLION)
- 7.4.4. India
  - 7.4.4.1. India Cognitive Radio Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD MILLION)
- 7.4.5. South Korea
  - 7.4.5.1. South Korea Cognitive Radio Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD MILLION)
- 7.4.6. Australia
  - 7.4.6.1. Australia Cognitive Radio Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD MILLION)
7.5. Latin America
- 7.5.1. Latin America Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
- 7.5.2. Brazil
- 7.5.3. Brazil Cognitive Radio Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD MILLION)
7.6. Middle East & Africa (MEA)
- 7.6.1. MEA Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
  - 7.6.1.1. MEA Cognitive Radio Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD MILLION)
- 7.6.2. UAE
  - 7.6.2.1. UAE Cognitive Radio Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD MILLION)
- 7.6.3. Saudi Arabia
  - 7.6.3.1. Saudi Arabia Cognitive Radio Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD MILLION)
- 7.6.4. South Africa
- 7.6.5. South Africa Cognitive Radio Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD MILLION)

Chapter 8. Cognitive Radio Market - Competitive Landscape

8.1. Recent Developments & Impact Analysis, By Key Market Participants
8.2. Company Categorization
8.3. Participant's Overview
8.4. Financial Performance
8.5. Product Benchmarking
8.6. Company Market Positioning Analysis
8.7. Company Heat Map Analysis
8.8. Strategy Mapping
- 8.8.1. Expansion/Divestiture
- 8.8.2. Collaborations/Partnerships
- 8.8.3. New Product Launches
- 8.8.4. Contract
8.9. Company Profiles
- 8.9.1. BAE Systems, Inc.
  - 8.9.1.1. Participant's Overview
  - 8.9.1.2. Financial Performance
  - 8.9.1.3. Product Benchmarking
  - 8.9.1.4. Recent Developments
- 8.9.2. RTX Corporation
  - 8.9.2.1. Participant's Overview
  - 8.9.2.2. Financial Performance
  - 8.9.2.3. Product Benchmarking
  - 8.9.2.4. Recent Developments
- 8.9.3. Thales Group
  - 8.9.3.1. Participant's Overview
  - 8.9.3.2. Financial Performance
  - 8.9.3.3. Product Benchmarking
  - 8.9.3.4. Recent Developments
- 8.9.4. Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co.KG
  - 8.9.4.1. Participant's Overview
  - 8.9.4.2. Financial Performance
  - 8.9.4.3. Product Benchmarking
  - 8.9.4.4. Recent Developments
- 8.9.5. Spectrum Signal Processing
  - 8.9.5.1. Participant's Overview
  - 8.9.5.2. Financial Performance
  - 8.9.5.3. Product Benchmarking
  - 8.9.5.4. Recent Developments
- 8.9.6. Nutaq Incorporated
  - 8.9.6.1. Participant's Overview
  - 8.9.6.2. Financial Performance
  - 8.9.6.3. Product Benchmarking
  - 8.9.6.4. Recent Developments
- 8.9.7. Shared Spectrum, Inc.
  - 8.9.7.1. Participant's Overview
  - 8.9.7.2. Financial Performance
  - 8.9.7.3. Product Benchmarking
  - 8.9.7.4. Recent Developments
- 8.9.8. EpiSys Science, Inc.
  - 8.9.8.1. Participant's Overview
  - 8.9.8.2. Financial Performance
  - 8.9.8.3. Product Benchmarking
  - 8.9.8.4. Recent Developments
- 8.9.9. DataSoft Corporation
  - 8.9.9.1. Participant's Overview
  - 8.9.9.2. Financial Performance
  - 8.9.9.3. Product Benchmarking
  - 8.9.9.4. Recent Developments
- 8.9.10. Vecima Networks Inc.
  - 8.9.10.1. Participant's Overview
  - 8.9.10.2. Financial Performance
  - 8.9.10.3. Product Benchmarking
  - 8.9.10.4. Recent Developments

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List of Tables

Table 1 Global Cognitive Radio Market - Key Market Driver Impact
Table 2 Global Cognitive Radio Market - Key Market Restraint Impact
Table 3 Global Cognitive Radio Market - Key Market Opportunities
Table 4 Global Cognitive Radio Market - Key Market Challenges
Table 5 Global cognitive radio market size estimates & forecasts 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 6 Global cognitive radio market, by region 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 7 Global cognitive radio market, by component 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 8 Global cognitive radio market, by application 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 9 Global cognitive radio market, by end use 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 10 Hardware cognitive radio market, by region 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 11 Software cognitive radio market, by region 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 12 Services cognitive radio market, by region 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 13 Cognitive routing cognitive radio market, by region 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 14 Location tracking cognitive radio market, by region 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 15 Spectrum allocation cognitive radio market, by region 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 16 Spectrum analysis cognitive radio market, by region 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 17 Spectrum sensing cognitive radio market, by region 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 18 Government & Defense cognitive radio market, by region 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 19 Telecommunication cognitive radio market, by region 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 20 Transportation cognitive radio market, by region 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 21 North America cognitive radio market, by component 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 22 North America cognitive radio market, by application 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 23 North America cognitive radio market, by end use 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 24 U.S. cognitive radio market, by component 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 25 U.S. cognitive radio market, by application 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 26 U.S. cognitive radio market, by end use 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 27 Canada cognitive radio market, by component 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 28 Canada cognitive radio market, by application 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 29 Canada cognitive radio market, by end use 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 30 Mexico cognitive radio market, by component 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 31 Mexico cognitive radio market, by application 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 32 Mexico cognitive radio market, by end use 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 33 Europe cognitive radio market, by component 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 34 Europe cognitive radio market, by application 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 35 Europe cognitive radio market, by end use 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 36 U.K. cognitive radio market, by component 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 37 U.K. cognitive radio market, by application 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 38 U.K. cognitive radio market, by end use 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 39 Germany cognitive radio market, by component 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 40 Germany cognitive radio market, by application 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 41 Germany cognitive radio market, by end use 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 42 France cognitive radio market, by component 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 43 France cognitive radio market, by application 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 44 France cognitive radio market, by end use 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 45 Asia Pacific cognitive radio market, by component 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 46 Asia Pacific cognitive radio market, by application 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 47 Asia Pacific cognitive radio market, by end use 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 48 China cognitive radio market, by component 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 49 China cognitive radio market, by application 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 50 China cognitive radio market, by end use 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 51 India cognitive radio market, by component 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 52 India cognitive radio market, by application 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 53 India cognitive radio market, by end use 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 54 Japan cognitive radio market, by component 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 55 Japan cognitive radio market, by application 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 56 Japan cognitive radio market, by end use 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 57 Australia cognitive radio market, by component 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 58 Australia cognitive radio market, by application 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 59 Australia cognitive radio market, by end use 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 60 South Korea cognitive radio market, by component 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 61 South Korea cognitive radio market, by application 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 62 South Korea cognitive radio market, by end use 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 63 South America cognitive radio market, by component 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 64 South America cognitive radio market, by application 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 65 South America cognitive radio market, by end use 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 66 Brazil cognitive radio market, by component 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 67 Brazil cognitive radio market, by application 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 68 Brazil cognitive radio market, by end use 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 69 MEA cognitive radio market, by component 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 70 MEA cognitive radio market, by application 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 71 MEA cognitive radio market, by end use 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 72 UAE cognitive radio market, by component 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 73 UAE cognitive radio market, by application 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 74 UAE cognitive radio market, by end use 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 75 Saudi Arabia cognitive radio market, by component 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 76 Saudi Arabia cognitive radio market, by application 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 77 Saudi Arabia cognitive radio market, by end use 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 78 South Africa cognitive radio market, by component 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 79 South Africa cognitive radio market, by application 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 80 South Africa cognitive radio market, by end use 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Table 81 Recent Developments & Impact Analysis, By Key Market Participants
Table 82 Company Heat Map Analysis
Table 83 Key Companies Launching New Products
Table 84 Key Companies Pursuing Expansions
Table 85 Key Companies Pursuing Mergers & Acquisitions
Table 86 Key Companies Collaborations

List of Figures

Fig. 1 Market Segmentation And Scope
Fig. 2 Information Procurement
Fig. 3 Data Analysis Models
Fig. 4 Market Formulation And Validation
Fig. 5 Data Validating & Publishing
Fig. 6 Market Snapshot
Fig. 7 Segment Snapshot (1/2)
Fig. 8 Segment Snapshot (2/2)
Fig. 9 Competitive Landscape Snapshot
Fig. 10 Cognitive Radio Market, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 11 Cognitive Radio Market - Value Chain Analysis
Fig. 12 Cognitive Radio Market- Market Dynamics
Fig. 13 Cognitive Radio Market - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
Fig. 14 Cognitive Radio Market - PESTEL Analysis
Fig. 15 Cognitive Radio Market, By Component: Key Takeaways
Fig. 16 Cognitive Radio Market, By Component: Market Share, 2023 & 2030
Fig. 17 Hardware Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 18 Software Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 19 Services Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 20 Cognitive Radio Market, By Application: Key Takeaways
Fig. 21 Cognitive Radio Market, By Application: Market Share, 2023 & 2030
Fig. 22 Cognitive Routing Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 23 Location Tracking Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 24 Spectrum Allocation Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 25 Spectrum Analysis Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 26 Spectrum Sensing Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 27 Handheld Devices Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 28 Cognitive Radio Market, By End Use: Key Takeaways
Fig. 29 Cognitive Radio Market, By End Use: Market Share, 2023 & 2030
Fig. 30 Government & Defense Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 31 Telecommunication Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 32 Transportation Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 33 Regional Marketplace: Key Takeaways
Fig. 34 Regional Marketplace: Key Takeaways
Fig. 35 North America Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 36 U.S. Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 37 Canada Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 38 Mexico Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 39 Europe Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 40 Germany Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 41 U.K. Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 42 France Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 43 Asia Pacific Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 44 China Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 45 India Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 46 Japan Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 47 Australia Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 48 South Korea Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 49 Latin America Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 50 Brazil Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 51 MEA Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 52 Saudi Arabia Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 53 South Africa Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 54 UAE Cognitive Radio Market Estimates & Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
Fig. 55 Key Company Categorization
Fig. 56 Company Market Positioning Analysis

Cognitive Radio Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Component (Hardware, Software, Services), By Application, By End Use, By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2025 - 2030

Description

Table of Contents

List of Tables

Cognitive Radio Market Growth & Trends:

Cognitive Radio Market Report Highlights:

Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope

Chapter 2. Executive Summary

Chapter 3. Cognitive Radio Market - Industry Outlook

Chapter 4. Cognitive Radio Market: Component Estimates & Trend Analysis

Chapter 5. Cognitive Radio Market: Application Estimates & Trend Analysis

Chapter 6. Cognitive Radio Market: End Use Estimates & Trend Analysis

Chapter 7. Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis

Chapter 8. Cognitive Radio Market - Competitive Landscape

List of Tables

List of Figures