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European Commission investigation into Viasat and Inmarsat merger
Closed investigation into Viasat and Inmarsat merger
On 25 May 2023, the European Commission approved the proposed acquisition of Inmarsat by Viasat. The entities are the largest satellite communications companies that supply satellite connectivity to several industries but compete most closely in the…
The future of the electronic communications sector and its infrastructure
Consultation closed on the future of the electronic communications sector and its infrastructure
On 19 May 2023, the European Commission closed its consultation on the potential developments of the connectivity sector and its infrastructure. During the consultation, the Commission gathered views on the changing technological and market landscap…
Mobile Radio Network Services Market Investigation Draft Order
Opened consultation on mobile radio network services market investigation draft order
On 18 May 2023, the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) opened a consultation on its draft order regarding the Mobile Radio Network Services Market Investigation until 16 June 2023. The CMA has found that Airwave Solutions, a British mobile c…
Public Lawsuit regarding robocalls through VoIP provider (United States of America v. XCast Labs, Inc.)
Announced Public Lawsuit regarding robocalls through VoIP provider (United States of America v. XCast Labs, Inc.)
On 12 May 2023, the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) filed a lawsuit against XCast Labs, a Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) provider, on consumer protection grounds. The FTC alleged that XCast Labs facilitated millions of unlawful robocalls. XCa…
UK CMA investigation into Viasat and Inmarsat merger
Closed CMA Investigation Approving Viasat and Inmarsat Merger
On 9 May 2023, the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) approved the merger of satellite connectivity providers Viasat and Inmarsat following a Phase 2 review and closed its respective investigation. The CMA found that while the two companies …
OFCOM Consultation on Guidance on Improving Broadband Information for Customers
Closed consultation on improving broadband information for customers
On 3 May 2023, the UK Office of Communications (OFCOM) closed its consultation on a proposed new guidance to improve broadband information for customers. In particular, the guidance sets out proposals for broadband providers to give customers a deta…
National Standard on Information Security Technology: Cybersecurity Requirements for Critical Information Infrastructure Protection
Implemented National Standard on Information Security Technology: Cybersecurity Requirements for Critical Information Infrastructure Protection
On 1 May 2023, the “National Standard on Information Security Technology: Cybersecurity Requirements for Critical Information Infrastructure Protection (GB/T 39204-2022)” was implemented. The approval was announced by the Standardization Administrat…
Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Bill
Implemented Section 66 of the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act 2022
On 26 April 2023, Section 66 of the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act 2022 was implemented after the Secretary of State issued relevant implementing regulations (Commencement Regulations No.2). Section 66 concerns the refusa…
Revised Guidelines for Personal Information Protection in the Telecommunications Business
Closed consultation on Revised Guidelines for Personal Information Protection in the Telecommunications Business
On 24 April 2023, the public consultation closed on the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications Revised Guidelines for Personal Information Protection in the Telecommunications Business. The guidelines include data protection standards and r…
Key Points of Digital Village Development Work in 2023
Adopted Plan on "Key Points of Digital Village Development Work in 2023"
On 13 April 2023, the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC), along with several other government bodies, jointly issued the "Key Points of Digital Rural Development in 2023" focusing on empowering rural industries and governance through digitaliz…