The regulator has responded to operator calls for more flexibility, with its proposed approach to zero-rating signalling a departure from the EU
The EU’s Connectivity Infrastructure Act
The legislative package should help to address network rollout bureaucracy and costs, but operators will be hoping for greater support
BEREC yet to be convinced by proposals for a ‘fair share’
The group’s preliminary view is that mandating a financial contribution from tech firms poses risk for the internet ecosystem and net neutrality
Safer and more secure digital products in Europe
The Cyber Resilience Act, designed to make connected devices more secure, is another example of Europe attempting to set the global standard
Promoting competition between cloud providers
Proposed amendments by the Netherlands to the EU’s Data Act could support interoperability, although some provisions could see lengthy negotiations
Mobile network sharing in the Czech Republic given the green light
Following a six-year investigation, the EC is finally satisfied commitments made by operators are sufficient to resolve competition issues
Big tech and disinformation: A tougher stance
The collective enforcement of the code, along with the DSA, will be vital to creating a transparent, safe and trustworthy environment online
Common charger principles in the EU: A decade in the making
Each year the agreement is predicted to save consumers €250 million, cut e-waste by 1,000 tonnes and reduce indirect carbon emissions by 180ktCO2
Italy’s single broadband network: A step closer to fruition
Combining TIM and Open Fiber’s fixed broadband assets would create a unique market structure in Europe, securing regulatory clearance could be difficult
The debate on a ‘fair contribution’ to network costs
‘Telecom Insights Week’ brought together stakeholders to discuss the internet ecosystem and how it should be funded in the future
