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
UK Government to amend its Online Safety Bill
It remains to be seen whether the need to get the detail right will prevail over the rush to adopt it quickly. The decision to leave online advertising out of scope could be a missed opportunity
Portugal’s 5G auction finally comes to an end
After 10 months of bidding, Portugal will become the last major European country to launch 5G. Operators must deploy rapidly if they are to meet the original deadlines for coverage
