The regulator’s draft decision follows on a consistent record of consumer protection efforts related to price rises and social tariffs
Event debrief: ECTA’s manifesto for Europe
The event provided a good opportunity to hear from Europe’s access seekers and challengers on the recent connectivity white paper. Evolution not revolution was the overriding message
M&A: Latest developments in Europe
While an in-market mobile merger in France appears likely, consolidation in Portugal’s fixed broadband market is facing strong opposition
MWC24: Regulation & Policy roundup from Day 3
As FWA and sustainability become mainstream for operators, a coalition of tech companies launch a new forum to drive openness in the digital economy
MWC24: Regulation & Policy roundup from Day 2
Network security, including infrastructure resilience and geopolitical tensions, loomed large as speakers envisaged a future driven by cloud, AI and 6G technologies
MWC24: Regulation & Policy roundup from Day 1
Calls for cross-industry collaboration, and a modern regulatory landscape were the asks from policymakers in a bid to revitalise Europe
Spain: Orange/MasMovil merger approved with remedies
While the EC may not have fully opened the door to further in-market consolidation, it is perhaps now ajar
Event debrief: UK Future Spectrum Policy Summit
As panellists reflected on WRC-23, discussion also looked ahead at the implications of satellite connectivity and the launch of 6G for spectrum management
New mobile market entry in South Korea
After failing to meet their 28GHz rollout obligations, Korea’s incumbent operators now face competition from a new fourth player
Sweden: Raising awareness of 2G/3G switch off
Operators have jointly launched a campaign to inform the public and provide guidance on how best to navigate the transition
