The new guidance provides a steer to industry on navigating upgraded wholesale speeds while ensuring consumers are informed about the limitations of their in-home equipment
Australia: Future regulatory direction for digital markets
Though the new Australian Government appears likely to continue its predecessor’s support the ACCC’s proposals, the timeline for advancing new regulation is unclear
Reviewing the EU-wide cap on call termination
Single maximum wholesale charges have benefitted end users while enabling deregulation in several Member States, with Spain and others due to follow suit
ACCC weighs changes to superfast broadband access rules
Following concerns from access seekers regarding Uniti Group’s wholesale pricing, the ACCC is considering whether to expand its regulation of non-NBN providers
Australia: Ensuring quality of service in legacy network migration
ACMA’s standards for consumer redress align with the ACCC’s more stringent standards on broadband speed claims
Regulating competition in digital markets in the UK
The CMA has published guidance on how it will enforce the new regime, detailing potential measures such as pro-competition interventions and new investigatory powers
Australia’s proposed rulebook for digital markets
The framework prioritises internal and international coherence, referencing the provisions of the DSA and DMCC Act while mirroring existing regulation of the sector
Tackling SMS-based scams in Australia
Mandating an SMS sender ID registry is the latest addition to Australia’s world-leading suite of scam prevention measures
Funding broadband in rural Australia
The ACCC’s proposals would affect the costs facing both NBN Co and its competitors, while having price implications for broadband consumers
ACCC suit on protecting vulnerable consumers
The ACCC has commenced proceedings against Optus, alleging that it has engaged in unconscionable sales conduct, directly contravening consumer law