The event explored the role of private investment and open infrastructure in achieving connectivity objectives
Preparing for misinformation during the 2024 elections
As the world’s largest democracies prepare for elections throughout 2024, most have yet to regulate the use of AI in the context of misinformation
Remedying competition concerns in European mergers
As rumours circulate about possible acquisitions, we discuss progress made – and consider the potential commitments – in three live competition reviews
Microsoft/OpenAI: Under the microscope
While the German competition authority has decided it has no concerns for now, the UK’s CMA is investigating the partnership – other regulators could follow suit
CNMC launches cloud market investigation
Cloud services are attracting increasing attention from regulators globally, which is set to ramp up with further adoption of emerging technologies
More funding for digital skills in Europe
Countries and companies around the world are racing to invest in both basic and advanced digital education to boost workforces
DMA: Big tech challenges core platform service designations
As Meta and TikTok file appeals with an EU court, Apple announces modifications to its iMessage service to pre-empt potential compliance conditions
Conference debrief: ForumEurope and Euronews International AI Summit
Government and industry leaders looked to balance tensions between innovation and safety, as the EU touted the AI Act on a global scale
Conference debrief: FT-ETNO Tech & Politics Forum 2023
The annual event in Brussels saw operators continue to push for in-market consolidation. Less was said of ‘fair share’ but Europe’s (lack of) leadership came under the microscope
EC: Plan for a ‘Digital Networks Act’
The legislation will aim to attract investment and support consolidation, but seems to be a conciliatory prize for not progressing ‘fair share’ further during the current mandate