Ofcom’s proposals update rather than overhaul its approach to calculating charges for the use of spectrum, but nonetheless represent a win for industry
Hungary: Consolidation complicates the review of broadband markets
Despite completing a new analysis, the NMHH is seeking to carry over existing remedies until the market settles down
Council conclusions on the digital infrastructure White Paper
Ministers signal support for continued ex-ante regulation of the sector but question whether telecoms and cloud providers should face the same rules
Ireland: Competition in wholesale leased lines
While preserving the spirit of its last market review, ComReg is proposing deregulation in more than half of the overall leased lines market
Three/Vodafone in the UK: Merger approval
Approval from the CMA based on behavioural, rather than structural, remedies is unusual but sensible. It does, however, mean that much of the real work starts now
Tackling SMS-based scams in Australia
Mandating an SMS sender ID registry is the latest addition to Australia’s world-leading suite of scam prevention measures
Supporting the PSTN switch-off in the UK
The package of measures from DSIT, Ofcom and the telecoms industry should ensure a smoother migration for consumers, local authorities and critical infrastructure providers
Funding broadband in rural Australia
The ACCC’s proposals would affect the costs facing both NBN Co and its competitors, while having price implications for broadband consumers
Sharing spectrum for satellite in the US
The FCC’s revised rules will reward first movers for taking a risk, while a change of leadership of the regulator could lead to further support for certain satellite providers
The importance of broadband for future TV distribution
Research for DCMS projects an internet-based future for UK TV distribution but highlights the need to resolve questions relating to spectrum, adoption and network reliability
