The CNMC backs the creation of a new agency to facilitate cross-government collaboration and improve operator access to public and private property
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
Canada: Regulating wholesale access to fibre
The incumbent slashes network investment in response to the CRTC’s decision to require wholesale aggregated access to FTTH networks for competitors
Improving mobile network resilience in Switzerland
Proposals for back-up power would ensure mobile communications during power outages, but similar rules are not overly common in major European countries
Malta: Factoring sustainability into regulation
The MCA is the latest in a growing set of European regulators to consider their role in supporting the delivery of environmental goals
Mobile coverage and quality issues in rural Australia
Given the trend of selling towers to large independent companies, is the way that they're regulated still fit for purpose?
US: Broadband labelling for consumers
The FCC pushed back against calls from industry to adjust the new rules, which will involve significant compliance efforts as they come into effect
UK Parliament: Three-Vodafone merger and implications for competition
The potential for constituents’ bills to increase appears to be of primary interest to MPs, with concerns also about the effects on investment and employment
Netherlands: KPN’s acquisition of quad-play operator will require commitments
The deal would further cut the market share of independent MVNOs, while strengthening the incumbent’s position in the low-cost segment
Ofcom: UK telecoms briefing for analysts and investors
After some recent public criticism of the regulator, Ofcom defended taking on more responsibility and restated its commitment to promoting competition
