The Democracy and Digital Technologies Committee published the findings of its inquiry on Digital Technology and Trust, along with a set of proposed remedies.
UK Government starts review of Access to Infrastructure Regulations
The Government will seek to reform the rules to facilitate network deployment, which so far have seen limited practical application.
European Commission assesses progress against the Digital Agenda targets
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.
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.
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
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.
Ofcom finalises its work plan for 2020/21
The UK regulator adjusts its schedule in light of the coronavirus pandemic, but leaving its key priorities unchanged.
UK competition authority gives green light to Amazon’s investment in Deliveroo
The CMA provisionally authorises the merger, noting that the circumstances with the coronavirus pandemic played a role in the decision.
