Assembly — Regulation Updates

Sweden joins the growing list of countries voicing 5G security concerns

Sweden joins the growing list of countries voicing 5G security concerns

The country’s Minister for Digital Development made clear statements to the press.

Spotify raises complaint against Apple with the European Commission

Spotify raises complaint against Apple with the European Commission

The company’s CEO said Spotify has suffered “a big business impact” due to alleged restrictions by Apple.

UK Government review says competition rules must be updated for the digital age

UK Government review says competition rules must be updated for the digital age

An independent review has concluded that tech giants do not face enough competition.

UK House of Lords proposes a Digital Authority to regulate internet companies

UK House of Lords proposes a Digital Authority to regulate internet companies

The Communications Committee has concluded its inquiry on internet regulation.

Austria completes auction of 5G spectrum in the 3.4–3.8GHz band

Austria completes auction of 5G spectrum in the 3.4–3.8GHz band

The RTR awarded rights in the 3.4–3.8GHz band.

US Congress introduces net neutrality bill

US Congress introduces net neutrality bill

The ‘Save The Internet’ act aims to restate the key principles of net neutrality.

Japanese government proposes to improve transparency of mobile contracts

Japanese government proposes to improve transparency of mobile contracts

The Ministry of Communications aims to separate monthly charges from handset subsidies in mobile contracts.

ENISA issues cybersecurity recommendations for EU elections

ENISA issues cybersecurity recommendations for EU elections

The EU Agency for Cybersecurity has issued an opinion paper on how to safeguard the electoral process.

Irish Data Protection Commission releases first post-GDPR annual report

Irish Data Protection Commission releases first post-GDPR annual report

The DPC published figures showing the extent of how things have changed since May 2018.

Australian Competition Commission continues its inquiry into digital platforms

Australian Competition Commission continues its inquiry into digital platforms

The ACCC is seeking more input on digital advertising to complete its investigation.