As FWA and sustainability become mainstream for operators, a coalition of tech companies launch a new forum to drive openness in the digital economy
MWC24: Regulation & Policy roundup from Day 1
Calls for cross-industry collaboration, and a modern regulatory landscape were the asks from policymakers in a bid to revitalise Europe
Spain: Orange/MasMovil merger approved with remedies
While the EC may not have fully opened the door to further in-market consolidation, it is perhaps now ajar
Remedying competition concerns in European mergers
As rumours circulate about possible acquisitions, we discuss progress made – and consider the potential commitments – in three live competition reviews
Wholesale broadband regulation roundup
The latest market reviews in France, Ireland and Portugal seek to clear the way for faster fibre rollouts while preserving competitive markets
France: Wholesale broadband regulation for 2024-2028
Arcep’s latest review spans five years for the first time, with new obligations on Orange in managing its copper switch-off programme as the country transitions to fibre
Conference debrief: FT-ETNO Tech & Politics Forum 2023
The annual event in Brussels saw operators continue to push for in-market consolidation. Less was said of ‘fair share’ but Europe’s (lack of) leadership came under the microscope
BIPT clarifies drop cable rules in Belgium
Some network owners consider the regulatory framework is premature given that no access requests have yet been submitted
Europe’s ‘fair contribution’ debate: Latest updates
Following a positive vote in the Parliament, the EU’s largest telcos are now seeking to get consumers and businesses on side
Spain: Orange/MasMovil JV heads for Phase II review
The impacts on competition, potential for higher prices and the EC’s preference for cross-border mergers all present a significant regulatory hurdle
