The regulator wants to toughen data protection rules for telcos, but potential federal legislation could reduce its authority in this area
Overhauling the regulation of telecoms in India
Reforming rights of way will support operators’ network rollouts, although changes to spectrum policy may prove contentious
Cost of living: South Korean policymakers push for more affordable 5G tariffs
Mid-tier plans would better align current data allowances with consumption, and help relieve pressure on consumer finances
Aiming for the sky: UK outlines vision for commercial drones
It underlines the need for regulation, particularly in the areas of security and safety, to support the drone industry to develop
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
The challenges of Mexico’s wholesale mobile network
The network remains a key part of Mexico’s telecoms policy, but it has been beset by rollout delays, low adoption and financial challenges, and now needs bailing out
Optus asks the ACCC to halt the proposed Telstra/TPG merger in Australia
Optus argues the deal would undermine investment incentives and consumer choice in rural areas, and reduce the resilience of communities to natural disasters
Arcep consults on its future regulatory approach to mobile in France
The review will consider the telecoms sector’s environmental impact and the potential for spectrum to help reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainability
Barriers to switching online services
A study from the Austrian regulator suggests mobile operators will struggle to compete on anything other than price, and that interoperability could be key when it comes to switching between messaging services
India diverges from Europe on spectrum for private 5G networks
The Government has favoured giving mobile operators control, only time will tell if it facilitates the growth of private networks
