Assembly — Regulation Updates

Consumer Protection

CRTC urges action on roaming charges in Canada

The regulator has threatened large mobile operators with a formal public investigation if sufficient progress is not made within a month

Three/Vodafone in the UK: Responses to the notice of possible remedies

With varying support for an investment commitment, there are concerns that behavioural measures might not address the competition issues identified by the CMA

Australia introduces comprehensive scams legislation

Though the Government initially plans to introduce obligations for the tech, telecoms and banking sectors, the legislation is intended as an eventual whole of economy reform

Regulating the Metaverse in Japan

With a focus on safety, security and privacy, the Government’s consultation on principles for the Metaverse reflect concerns identified elsewhere

One touch (switch) is all it takes

The long-awaited process should stimulate broadband competition and benefit consumers, but Ofcom remains frustrated with the successive delays in the run up to its launch

Tackling misinformation and disinformation in Australia

The Government is moving ahead with new regulation to combat misinformation and disinformation online, despite significant pushback from stakeholders

Protecting consumers impacted by network outages

Australia is one of a number of countries reconsidering its approach to resilience in the face of growing climatological and geopolitical threats to connectivity

Is it too early to deregulate fibre services?

The Commerce Commission intends to maintain wholesale regulation in New Zealand until 2029, but technological developments may open the door to future changes in the rules

Competition in Canada’s broadband market

The CRTC’s wholesale regulation aims to deliver more choice and lower prices for consumers while recognising the need to encourage operator investment

Australia: A delay to the 3G switch-off

3G devices as well as older 4G-compatible handsets could lose access to the emergency services, with the Government urging action from consumers to help complete the process