Hidden exit fees, poor transparency and exclusivity agreements are all seen to stifle competition. The result has been higher broadband bills for consumers
Ofcom’s review of net neutrality in the UK
The regulator has responded to operator calls for more flexibility, with its proposed approach to zero-rating signalling a departure from the EU
Canada seeks to improve choice and affordability through MVNOs
With the Government blocking an outright acquisition of Shaw by Rogers, the parties still need to persuade competition authorities that a deal should be allowed
What does Rishi Sunak mean for tech and telecoms?
Macroeconomic challenges and the cost of living crisis will be the priority, but the new PM will at some point have the opportunity to shape the sector’s policy agenda
Co-investment in European telecoms: A problem halved?
With Germany trailing peers in the deployment of fibre, the Vodafone/Altice partnership could make a meaningful contribution to meeting the Government’s recent broadband strategy
The EU’s Connectivity Infrastructure Act
The legislative package should help to address network rollout bureaucracy and costs, but operators will be hoping for greater support
US publishes an AI Bill of Rights
BEREC yet to be convinced by proposals for a ‘fair share’
The group’s preliminary view is that mandating a financial contribution from tech firms poses risk for the internet ecosystem and net neutrality
Tackling greenwashing and fake online reviews in Australia
Regulators from the UK to China have made strengthening consumer protection in the digital economy a priority
Ofcom's new responsibilities for telecoms network security
The regulator has been given powers to oversee, monitor and enforce how operators protect their infrastructure and supply chains against cyberattacks
