Updated telecoms resilience guidance aims to reduce the risk of network outages, as Ofcom initiates a conversation about potential mobile power backup obligations
Fair share: US picks up where the EU left off
With EU momentum largely lost, the US is considering increasing the number of universal service fund contributors, although legislative progress appears unlikely
The prospect of fibre deregulation in New Zealand
The Commerce Commission is to explore whether competitive developments in the market mean it can relax the rules on four fibre wholesalers
Dispute resolution mechanisms in telecoms
Ofcom’s review aims to ensure fair and consistent outcomes for consumers, while strengthening its oversight of the ADR process
Consumer strategies to dealing with price increases
Regulators in Belgium and Ireland are urging consumers to use price comparison tools to shop around, highlighting the potential savings available
Switzerland hits pause on mmWave
The Federal Council is taking a cautious approach to the release of mmWave for 5G amid concerns around health risks and uncertain demand
Lowering network rollout barriers in Spain
The CNMC backs the creation of a new agency to facilitate cross-government collaboration and improve operator access to public and private property
The UK’s Autumn Budget 2023: Seven measures for the telecoms sector
Full expensing should provide a boost for operators’ infrastructure investments, while spectrum sandboxes will offer opportunities for wider industry to explore
Reforming telecoms policy in South Korea in an effort to reduce prices
The regulator’s far-reaching strategy seeks to revitalise competition, while improving consumer choice and better aligning mobile data allowances with actual consumption
Modernising universal service to reflect the digital age
Policymakers look to ensure broadband access meets the evolving needs of society, including considering the role of alternative technologies
