Simplifying access to spectrum is a first step toward more private 5G networks, addressing the price of licences will need to come next
An end to zero-rating in the EU?
BEREC’s rewriting of the net neutrality guidelines could severely limit operators’ commercial practices
South Korea adopts new rules for third-party app store payments
The new framework is the first practical test of how procompetitive rules for app stores will work in practice as regulators around the world grapple with the same issue
Ofcom’s proposals for the 6GHz band in the UK
Ofcom is proposing local licences on a shared-access basis, something that is likely to be welcomed by big tech
Regulating AI in Brazil
Brazilian lawmakers are seeking a more cautious approach to AI, in an attempt to align with the OECD
Defining ‘unlimited’ in Belgium
The BIPT is requiring operators to set higher data limits as part of their fair-use policies, in a market that could benefit from more competition
TIM’s co-investment venture gets regulatory approval in Italy
While this approval is good news for TIM, the concerns raised about competition could be further bad news for Italy’s single broadband network
Competition concerns in Austria’s mobile market
Regulators are concerned that MVNOs could struggle to compete once mandated access obligations fall away and that consumers will miss out
Regulating for wholesale mobile access in the Czech Republic
In a generally unregulated market, the regulator is concerned about high prices and lack of competition
Removing Huawei from the UK’s fixed networks
Operators will be relieved the Government hasn’t set a deadline for the complete removal of Huawei from fibre networks, something that could have significantly impacted rollout plans
