Zero-rating tariff plans remain widely used in the UK, Ofcom reports
07 February 25
Merilin Kasesalu
In its annual monitoring report, the UK telecoms regulator concluded that internet service providers did not significantly change their approaches to net neutrality. This despite the flexibility introduced by Ofcom guidance in 2023.
US: FCC considering US$4.5 fine against communications firm over robocall violations
06 February 25
Jose Jehuda Garcia
The US telecoms regulator, FCC, is considering fining US communications provider Telnyx close to US$4.5m for alleged violations of anti-robocall regulations. Neither the allegations nor the fine is final. Telnyx has a legal right to dispute the allegations with evidence and legal arguments before FCC resolves the matter. If upheld, the penalty would be one of the largest VoIP-related fines in FCC history.
New Mexican federal agency under president’s authority will regulate telecoms and more
31 January 25
Jose Jehuda Garcia
Mexico’s all-new federal agency, the Digital Transformation and Telecommunications Agency (ATDT), under the direct authority of the president, will step into the role of former telecoms and broadcasting regulator, IFT. ATDT’s remit is much broader than IFT´s, going beyond telecoms and broadcasting into areas such as cybersecurity, tech sovereignty, digital inclusion and more.
EU not on track to achieving gigabit networks everywhere by 2030, Commission warns
31 January 25
Jacek Kowalski
The European Commission criticised some member states for the lack of progress in implementing the 5G risk management toolbox. On spectrum matters, the Commission calls for more integrated policy and governance.
US sanctions Chinese firm over Salt Typhoon attacks as FCC orders security measures
30 January 25
Jose Jehuda Garcia
The outgoing Biden administration sanctioned Chinese firm Sichuan Juxinhe Network Technology Co. for its alleged involvement in the 'Salt Typhoon' cyberattacks. Almost at the same time, the federal telecoms regulator, FCC, issued a new rule that requires US telecoms firms to secure their networks from unlawful access.
Competitiveness Compass sets priorities to revitalise the EU’s economy
29 January 25
Martin Schraa
The European Commission confirms its drive to reduce bureaucracy. A new data strategy is scheduled for 3Q 2025, while a draft Digital Networks Act will be published in 4Q. No timing is given for the review of the Commission’s horizontal merger guidelines