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30 June 25

LTE and 5G in the 410–430 MHz and 450–470 MHz bands in Europe

Our latest European benchmark shows the countries where the 410–430 MHz or 450–470 MHz bands can be used for LTE or 5G.

27 June 25

Can European end users choose their own router or modem?

Our new benchmark research shows that national regulators clearly defined the network termination point in five of the 14 European countries studied.

26 June 25

Data Protection in the Americas

Recent research highlights contrasts in the enforcement of data protection laws across the Americas. While most countries have legal frameworks in place to penalise violations, the scale of fines—both in terms of maximum fine limits and actual enforcement—varies widely. The findings also reveal that fines imposed in Europe are often significantly higher than those recorded in the Americas.

25 June 25

Most MENA telecoms regulators set fixed and mobile quality targets

Our latest benchmark on quality of service (QoS) provides detailed data on the QoS targets set in 12 studied Middle East and North African countries.

24 June 25

Global gigabit network deployment reveals significant disparities across 15 major jurisdictions

A new Global Trends report assesses gigabit network progress across 15 jurisdictions worldwide, examining critical deployment factors and strategic approaches. The report covers Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, the EU, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, South Africa, Türkiye, the UK and the US.

23 June 25

Limiting online intermediary liability in the Americas

Cullen International’s latest benchmark shows that most countries in the Americas limit the liability of online intermediaries for third-party copyright infringements, reflecting digital-era updates to copyright laws. The research also examines liability rules for defamation and other IP violations, as well as varying takedown obligations across jurisdictions. Some countries have introduced specific measures to address the unconsented sharing of intimate content.

16 June 25

Global trends towards 6G

While mobile 5G networks and services are becoming increasingly available worldwide, according to industry experts, 6G networks might become commercially available, at least in some parts of the world, by 2030. This Global Trends report provides an update about the preparatory works towards 6G.

11 June 25

Protection of minors: overview of initiatives on age-verification systems in European countries

Cullen International has just updated a benchmark on national age-verification systems to control or restrict minors' exposure to harmful content on social media platforms.

06 June 25

Update on digital services taxes in Europe

Our latest benchmark offers an overview of taxes adopted or proposed on digital services across Europe.