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Dutch regulator to be given more powers over fixed telecoms regulation

An amendment to the Telecommunications Act will allow the ACM to impose access obligations when there is a barrier to replicability.

US Government launches digital tax investigation in nine countries plus the EU

The US Trade Representative will decide whether such taxes are discriminatory towards US companies, in a move similar to the stance it took against France in 2019.

US President issues Executive Order to regulate social media platforms

Donald Trump reacted after Twitter fact-checked his posts, with an order directing the FCC to regulate social media platforms.

UK National Cyber Security Centre to launch a new review of Huawei’s role in 5G networks

The NCSC will consider the impact of new restrictions on Huawei’s ability to use US chipsets, and could decide to entirely exclude Huawei from UK networks.

European Commission launches consultation on the Digital Services Act

The EC is seeking views on the topics that will be part of the DSA proposal, including ex-ante remedies. A new competition tool is also being proposed.

O2 develops cybersecurity blueprint for self-driving cars

The project, funded by InnovateUK, identified models to identify and manage cybersecurity risks for connected vehicle networks.

European Court of Justice overturns EC’s decision on the Three UK/O2 merger

The Court found that the evidence put forward by the Commission was insufficient.

New Zealand Commerce Commission consults on copper withdrawal

The Commission aims to ensure customers are given adequate notice ahead of the switch-off of copper, and move to equivalent services.

Ofcom sets out funding rules for universal service broadband providers

The regulator sets out its approach to determining and refunding any unfair costs that universal service providers may incur.

US National Advertising Review Board asks AT&T and Verizon to change their 5G ads

Challenges brought up by T-Mobile and AT&T force changes to the way 5G is advertised and described.