The UKE requires six companies to grant access to unused cables, at a regulated price.
European Commission unveils its toolbox for 5G security
The Commission confirms its preference for a risk-based approach, which will leave plenty of room for individual member states to make decisions.
UK Government gives partial green-light to use of Huawei in 5G networks
The Chinese vendor will be allowed in ‘non-core’ parts of networks, where its market share will be capped to 35%.
UK Government to legislate on consumer IoT security
The Government published its response to a consultation on the improvement of security standards for interconnected household devices.
UK decides not to implement EU Copyright Directive
Universities and Science Minister Chris Skidmore has said the UK will not implement the EU Directive after the country leaves the EU.
US court rejects appeal against FCC rules allowing easier retiring of copper networks
As a result of the appeal, the FCC’s order stands, allowing phone companies to retire copper lines in the transition to fibre.
Iliad seeks to stop 5G network sharing agreement between Wind Tre and Fastweb in Italy
It is understood the operator is also trying to stop a joint venture between TIM and Vodafone, since it would be the only Italian MNO left out of sharing agreements.
UK Data Protection Authority publishes Code of Practice for the protection of children online
The ICO says the code is “the first of its kind” in the world, and will be complemented by other initiatives to address online harms.
Google calls for regulation of AI
The company’s CEO, Sundar Pichai, called for international alignment and agreement on “core values” in a piece for the Financial Times.
Swedish regulator proposes new model for state involvement in broadband deployment
The PTS aims to stimulate broadband expansion in view of the country’s gigabit target for 2025 by granting support for a total EUR61.5m.
