Reaching this point was done in record time, but there are details still to iron out – particularly over who will enforce the rules
OFCOM cuts annual spectrum licence fees in Switzerland
OFCOM will adopt a degressive model to calculate spectrum fees, recognising that the current model is not fit for purpose
TPG wants to enhance the functional separation of its fixed network in Australia
Recent changes to the Australian Telecommunications Act allow for more competition between the NBN and other networks
Biden signs off the $65bn US broadband plan
While the funds to deploy broadband across the US are now available, there isn’t yet a clear picture of where they are most needed
Italy sets out an ambitious plan to boost 5G rollout
The Government will take advantage of the European Recovery Fund to help meet its 2026 target to cover areas not served commercially – but will need to get going
Europe’s latest digital competitiveness index
The 2021 results show encouraging progress, but also the need to do more if the EC’s 2030 targets are to be met
ComReg pushes for a faster mobile switching process in Ireland
ComReg is trying to both facilitate more switching, and promote the uptake of eSIMs which remains low in Ireland
European Commission wins Google antitrust appeal
France adopts a €2bn strategy for AI
A new marketing code for telecoms operators in New Zealand
The Commerce Commission wants operators to be fairer and more transparent, as switching away from copper is posing a challenge for consumers
