Other noteworthy regulatory developments week ending 26 March 2021 from the Assembly Analyst team
Ofcom's 700MHz and 3.6–3.8GHz auction raises £1.36bn
Operators got a good deal for the 700MHz spectrum – but may still have to pay more for the 3.6–3.8GHz airwaves depending on the next phase
European Commission sets out digital objectives for the next decade
Connectivity targets still feature, but greater emphasis is being placed on skills and demand-side initiatives
Swedish regulator sets out priorities for 2021
Aside from its core focus on wholesale markets, roaming and net neutrality are on the regulator’s radar
Conflict over the renewal of 3.5GHz licences in Italy
AGCOM will have to set higher renewal fees than the last time – but there is every reason to expect a lengthy battle between operators with different interests
European Commission wants ten more years of Roam Like at Home
The extension of the Roaming Regulation should find consensus, but negotiations on the final rules will not be without obstacles
FCC head wants the US to lead on OpenRAN
Swedish regulator looks to improve connectivity on trains
For a country that consistently ranks highly for its connectivity, the Government now turns its attention to coverage on trains
