An EU-funded scheme in Spain will target sparsely populated rural areas, with the aim of closing the digital divide within two years
Malta: Rules for mid-contract price rises
The MCA seeks improved certainty and transparency for consumers, as well as a shorter contract term on plans featuring inflation-linked increases
A focus on spectrum policy in North America
As the US explores the role of AI in spectrum management, Canada is considering mobile’s impact on the environment
The CMA: How well does it work with other UK regulators?
The review is timely, particularly as cost of living pressures underscore the role of competition in helping to keep prices down
National roaming in Belgium: Dialling up the competition
Spectrum auction rules will facilitate the entry of a new fourth operator, which is intent on disrupting the sector
FCC increases broadband bill subsidies for low-income households
A $75 (£60) monthly subsidy will become available through the Affordable Connectivity Program, which itself requires considerably more funds to keep going
BIPT clarifies drop cable rules in Belgium
Some network owners consider the regulatory framework is premature given that no access requests have yet been submitted
AGCOM proposes to loosen regulation of the fixed access markets in Italy
The ongoing rollout of fibre means more of the country is now competitive, reducing the need to mandate access to TIM’s network
UK Government: Funding boost for satellite and regional 5G
The funding commitment supports the Government’s Wireless Infrastructure Strategy to use alternative technologies to reach the unconnected
Austria: Deregulating wholesale high-quality access
The TKK continues its gradual removal of obligations for Ethernet and dark fibre, following complete deregulation in the consumer broadband market
