AGCOM is delaying TIM’s switch-off plans because of concerns over device compatibility, and wants operators to better inform consumers about their right to cancel without penalties
Ofcom consults on the assignment of mmWave bands in the UK
The amount of spectrum the regulator is proposing to make available may fall short of what operators claim they will need
Delays to the UK’s regime for digital competition
Germany ends zero-rating: the rest of the EU will follow
The regulator has moved before new guidelines from BEREC are finalised. Zero-rating now look set to be a forgotten practice across the EU
The fight against robocalls in the US continues
The FCC wants international carriers to implement calling line authentication. Many in the industry have doubts about its effectiveness
The EU’s Digital Services Act
The EU’s answer to tackling illegal and harmful content online has been approved. As is often the case, a number of important details still remain to be clarified
Europe’s AI Act moves forward
The Parliament aims to reach a common position by November. Many unresolved issues could mean it will take longer
Negotiating lower wholesale fibre prices in the Netherlands
By accepting a voluntary commitment from KPN the regulator hopes to avoid future legal challenges, but access seekers aren’t thrilled
10 year stability for wholesale broadband pricing in Germany
BNetzA aims to give regulatory certainty to the whole industry, as part of a broader effort to facilitate investment in fibre
Funding passive mobile infrastructure to improve coverage
A plan in Spain should close the small coverage gap that still exists, but some changes may be needed to make more efficient use of public money
