The proposed framework would introduce flat rate wholesales prices, as well as a per consumer cap on how much retailers can be charged for access
Broadband prices in Australia rise, with service levels unchanged
Wholesale regulation is in transition, with the NBN having recently proposed a new access framework to address stakeholder concerns
Telcos fined in Australia for misleading statements on broadband speeds
This is not the first time the three operators have breached national consumer law. Their customers have already been contacted about refunds
Tackling greenwashing and fake online reviews in Australia
Regulators from the UK to China have made strengthening consumer protection in the digital economy a priority
Social media platforms under the spotlight in Australia
With scams becoming more prevalent across multiple channels, protecting individuals from emotional and financial harm is high on the policy agenda
Optus asks the ACCC to halt the proposed Telstra/TPG merger in Australia
Optus argues the deal would undermine investment incentives and consumer choice in rural areas, and reduce the resilience of communities to natural disasters
A new regulatory framework for Australia’s NBN
The proposal could result in significant price hikes and present the new Government with an immediate challenge in redefining the direction of the NBN
TPG wants to enhance the functional separation of its fixed network in Australia
Recent changes to the Australian Telecommunications Act allow for more competition between the NBN and other networks
Australian ISPs push back on claims they misled broadband customers
ISPs are accused of not delivering expected speeds – but current arrangements with the NBN make it difficult to know what they will be for new lines
