The BCA issued an interim suspension until 16 March 2020, while the operators continue the discussion with the telecoms regulator BIPT.
Norwegian regulator changes scope of Telenor’s SMP obligations
Nkom extends access obligations to part of Telenor’s fibre network, in view of the future switch-off of the operator’s copper network.
Ofcom sets out the UK’s long-term wholesale fixed telecoms market regulation
Ofcom aims to remove roadblocks to investment in fibre with a market review covering the period 2021 – 2026, but with a nod to a longer period of certainty and stability.
German competition authority gives green light to DT–EWE fibre joint venture
The two companies will now be able to deploy fibre in the north-west of the country, providing they honour commitments they’ve made.
New UK Government reiterates commitment to gigabit-capable broadband, but the timetable is uncertain
The Queen’s Speech opening the new parliamentary session refers to “gigabit-capable broadband” but without indicating an exact timeframe for delivery
Swedish regulator to adopt new data retention rules
The PTS has adopted provisions for telecoms operators to retain additional information alongside IP addresses, when these cannot identify an individual
Ofcom to ban UK mobile operators locking devices
The regulator opened a consultation on several measures designed to facilitate switching, not only in mobile but also in broadband and pay TV
Swedish regulator pauses wholesale broadband market review after EC objects to geographic segmentation
The PTS’s decision will now be on hold for two months, after the European Commission raised serious doubts about geographical segmentation of the market
US Government to tap into a $60bn fund to facilitate alternatives to Huawei
The newly-founded US International Development Finance Corporation plans to help developing countries and businesses purchase equipment companies other than China’s Huawei
US presidential candidate Bernie Sanders promises $150bn ‘High-Speed Internet for All’ policy
The Democratic Party candidate pledges high-speed internet for everyone and vows to tackle anti-competitive behaviour between providers
