According to the Russian Satellite News Agency, DNA, one of Finland's three largest mobile operators, announced that it will shut down 3G networks by the end of 2023 due to improved communication standards. According to reports, the shutdown of 3G networks will free up frequencies for 4G, 5G and other new technologies, and DNA will use resources for the development of these networks. In addition, DNA company said that as of the end of 2020, its 3G transmission of mobile data accounted for only slightly more than 2%.