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Spanish Government agrees measures with ISPs to guarantee connectivity during the coronavirus pandemic

ISPs signed a deal with eight voluntary undertakings, to guarantee the functioning of the internet and easy access to emergency services.

BEREC and EC on how to cope with increased demand for network connectivity

EU institutions liaise with IPSs and streaming services in an effort to reduce network congestion during the coronavirus pandemic.

Dutch court overturns joint dominance in wholesale broadband

The court annulled the ACM’s analysis of Markets 3a and 3b, which means KPN and Vodafone Ziggo are now exempt from access obligations.

UK Government to legislate for gigabit-ready buildings

In its response to a public consultation, the DCMS announced it will propose laws to equip new-build homes with gigabit broadband from the outset.

Apple fined €1.1bn by French Competition Authority

The company was found guilty of cartels within its distribution network. Two resellers were also fined €76.1m and €62.9m, respectively.

Ofcom finalises rules for 700MHz and 3.6–3.8GHz award

The regulator set out the rules for the 700MHz and 3.6–3.8GHz award, for which it will not impose coverage obligations due to MNOs’ commitment to the Shared Rural Network.

UK Government sets up digital markets taskforce

The taskforce will build on the Digital Competition Expert Panel review to address competition problems in digital markets.

BEREC publishes draft guidelines for Very High Capacity Networks

The Guidelines will help regulators define Very High Capacity Networks, and set out quality of service requirements for fixed and mobile networks.

EC approves network sharing joint venture between TIM and Vodafone in Italy

The Commission gave the green light to the INWIT venture, subject to conditions.

UK Government to sign £1bn deal with MNOs for the Shared Rural Network

The deal will take 4G coverage to 95% of the UK landmass by end of 2025.