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Communications Markets

European price rises in context

We consider how prices have evolved in countries over time with a look at network usage and quality as indicators of increased value of money.

Letta’s vision for Europe’s single market

We assess the Letta Report, the potential strategic direction of the EC following its publication, and how it fits alongside broader reform.

Spectrum policy roundup

We explore the new US spectrum strategy and its ambition to expand sharing among users, along with mmWave awards in Poland and Switzerland.

Net neutrality and ‘fair share’ outside Europe

We explore what a return to Obama-era net neutrality rules would look like, plus attempts to promote Europe’s divisive 'fair share' debate in India and Brazil.

Broadband labelling and advertising

We explain the FCC's new broadband "nutrition" labels and compare them to requirements in Australia, Canada and Germany.

Mobile mergers in Europe

We analyse recent M&A decisions in Denmark, the Netherlands, Portugal and Spain, including remedies and implications for the market. We also consider proposed deals in France, Italy and the UK, and the prospects for approval.

EC White Paper

We distil reaction to the EC’s White Paper on the future regulation of the sector including thoughts on the SMP regime, list of designated markets, spectrum policy, coordinated copper retirement, and levelling the playing field between telecoms and big tech.

The EU’s gigabit connectivity package

We review the EU's GIA and Gigabit Recommendation, including points of contention, how the legislation has evolved, stakeholder reaction, and consider what the EC might do next.

PSTN switch-off and the migration to digital voice

We consider the international experience of switching off the PSTN including issues encountered, and noteworthy interventions by regulators in Germany, France and New Zealand to protect consumers.

Efforts to tackle scams and nuisance calls

We provide updates on the use of AI in robocalls, CLI authentication, and scam public awareness campaigns in the UK and US.