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.
DSA/DMA implementation and enforcement
We look at the enforcement actions taken against designated gatekeepers and provide updates on similar attempts around the world to regulate online platforms.
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.
UK spectrum licence fees
We examine how Ofcom's approach to ALFs compare to other countries, and consider whether there's appetite for change.
