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The EU and UK’s cooperation on competition

Improved collaboration and dialogue is expected to have a mutual benefit for antitrust enforcement even within the bounds of a relatively limited agreement

UK Data Bill: Unlocking secure and effective use

The Labour Government picks up where its predecessor left off, aiming to harness the power of data for public benefit and modernise the UK’s data protection regime

A call to action on digital inclusion

The report issues a familiar ask for an updated national strategy from government while positioning digital inclusion as a priority within a broader story of economic growth

Ofcom’s positive vision for media literacy

The UK’s first multi-year strategy in two decades aims to tackle the rising problems of mis/disinformation and harms online, while boosting digital skills

CRTC urges action on roaming charges in Canada

The regulator has threatened large mobile operators with a formal public investigation if sufficient progress is not made within a month

Event debrief: UKTIN Telecoms Commercialisation & Network Economics

Telecoms is recognised as a tough sector to be in, with high capex requirements, minimal returns and limited attraction for investors

Three/Vodafone in the UK: Responses to the notice of possible remedies

With varying support for an investment commitment, there are concerns that behavioural measures might not address the competition issues identified by the CMA

EU: Google’s cloud complaint against Microsoft

The showdown between tech firms finds Google advocating greater openness in digital markets, despite its alleged abuse of dominance elsewhere

One touch (switch) is all it takes

The long-awaited process should stimulate broadband competition and benefit consumers, but Ofcom remains frustrated with the successive delays in the run up to its launch

Licensing Amazon’s project Kuiper in the UK

Despite identifying four potential risks to competition, Ofcom expects to grant the new satellite licence, citing particular benefits for consumers in rural areas