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Hello , Do we need a new approach to spectrum? Consumer expectations of mobile broadband and the importance of ubiquitous connectivity are creating relentless pressures on spectrum usage. How do we adapt to this? Are regulators falling behind the technology? In this month’s Intermedia, Martin Cave and William Webb argue that the legacy command and control approach to spectrum management is outdated. They set out the “Agenda for spectrum”, and offer a five-point guide on how regulators and others can best act to put the airwaves to work, for the benefit of all. This month’s Q&A is with Marc Vancoppenolle of Nokia, who sets out the company vision and argues for a friendlier investment environment in Europe. And of course, the decision of the UK to exit the European Union, and its impact on the regulation of the communications sector in Europe and the wider world, is a matter of debate. Join the IIC’s LinkedIn community to share your views.
Andrea Millwood Hargrave |
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Communications Policy and Regulation Week, Bangkok This year the International Regulators Forum (IRF) and the 47th Annual Conference will be in Bangkok International Regulators Forum, 10-11 October 2016, Bangkok Part of Communications Policy and Regulation Week The digital transformation of society: the regulator’s role IRF themes for 2016:
The IIC’s 47th Annual Conference, 12-13 October 2016, Bangkok Part of Communications Policy and Regulation Week Trends in converged communications: new tipping points, new digital policies, and strategies Conference themes for 2016:
Plus: national connectivity case studies from Myanmar and Australia Workshop: Collaborating to eliminate spam and nuisance communications, 11 October 2016, Bangkok Part of Communications Policy and Regulation Week |
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Event Calendar
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Regulatory Watch The IIC’s eye on the news. This bulletin is regularly updated with thumbnails of industry news. Follow the links for a round-up of latest industry stories. |
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US net neutrality opponents lose in court A US federal appeals court has voted to uphold the FCC’s net neutrality rules, reports the Washington Post. “The 2-1 court ruling forces Internet providers such as Verizon and Comcast to obey federal regulations that ban the blocking or slowing of internet traffic to consumers.” |
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Thailand sets up digital economy ministry Thailand will officially establish a digital economy and society ministry in September, replacing the information and communication technology (ICT) ministry, reports the Bangkok Post. |
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Ghana establishes interconnect clearinghouse Ghana’s National Communication Authority (NCA) has amended the draft electronic communications (interconnect clearinghouse) regulations of 2016, which will require telcos and international carriers to connect their gateways through a third party centralised clearinghouse, notes TeleGeography. |
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BEREC issues net neutrality recommendations The Body of European Regulators for Electronic Communications (BEREC) has published draft guidelines on the implementation by regulators of new EU net neutrality rules and is seeking the views of stakeholders, with the consultation closing on 18 July. |
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French regulator makes digital economy contributions France’s communications regulator, Arcep, has contributed to the work being done by France Stratégie, which is weighing up the challenges the country will face over the next ten years, and especially the digital challenges that affect businesses, public authorities and society as a whole. |
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India – confusion on net neutrality? To say there is confusion over net neutrality in India “would be an understatement”, reports Business Standard. “In February this year, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, or TRAI, banned discriminatory pricing of data by telecoms networks. But then, the regulator decided to allow differential tariffs so long as the service was offered in a “closed electronics communications network.” |
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Q&A with Marc Vancoppenolle, Global Head of Nokia Government Relations 1. Nokia has recently combined with Alcatel Lucent. The press release suggested that the new company, working under the brand name of Nokia, would lay the foundation for ‘the next wave of technological change’. What is Nokia’s vision? 2. Many commentators have talked of 5G but it is unclear to many what 5G actually is. What are for you the key features of 5G and their benefits for citizens and the industry? 3. What are according to you some key policy challenges related to making the ‘Internet of Things’ happen ?
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The IIC has a number of directors in various regions of the world. These are dedicated TMT professionals who work with the IIC on a voluntary basis to share knowledge, facilitate relationships and create long-term bonds between regulatory authorities and the businesses they regulate. Here we bring you news from these regions. |
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USA: recent event Conversation with Sharon White, CEO OFCOM
28 June 2016, Hosted by Wilkinson Barker Knauer, Washington DC |
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Canadian Chapter Conference, Ottawa 16-17 November, Ottawa The event will deal with the development of an innovation agenda for the Canadian communications and media sector. More information available shortly |
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Asia Pacific |
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News from Singapore Internet of Things: A Challenge for Regulators
2 June 2016, 3pm – 5pm, ICANN offices |
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Australia: recent event and news |
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5G: Exploring the known unknowns 21 June 2016, Co-hosted by IIC Australia and ACMA The International Institute of Communications (IIC) and the Australian Communications Media Authority co-hosted a seminar on the impending arrival of 5G in Australia. Andrew Entwistle, Partner at London-based New Street Research, led discussions on how 5G will affect current cellular business models and the new opportunities that will arise. See more
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Europe |
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News update from Italy Annual General Meeting: IIC Italy 26 April 2016, AGCOM The members of the IIC - Italian Chapter held their annual general meeting at the Agcom venue at the presence of the president Augusto Preta and Franco Morganti, past president and one of the founding member of the Chapter. 25 November 2016, 20th Anniversary
The general assembly has decided to organise an event celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Chapter in Rome in mid-November this year. The event will be organised together with the institutional member Agcom, Italian Communications Authority and will benefit from the support of the main industry players in the business. The IIC will be involved in helping the chapter and fostering the participation of the top level representatives at the EU level, the Italian government and all the stakeholders. |
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"The Rise of Video and the Third Internet Revolution: Market Trends and Policy Perspectives" This report, carried out by ITMedia Consulting in collaboration with the University research centre LUISS DREAM is available for IIC members and friends to download. |
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News update from UK Future policy approaches to the convergence of privacy and security online 14 July 2016, London, hosted by TECHUK Hosted by TECHUK and chaired by Ann LaFrance, this lively and dynamic UK Chapter meeting will look at policy approaches to the convergence of privacy and security online |
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Intermedia |
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Martin Cave and William Webb, authors of a new book on spectrum management, set out trends in usage and an agenda to improve spectrum use. Full index of 2014-2015 InterMedia articles InterMedia is a rich resource of articles, reports and interviews and the contents reflect the IIC’s on-going discussion themes. To make life easier for you, we’ve created an index of all the articles published in 2014 and 2015. |
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Feedback We’d be interested to hear your views on any of these stories so email Keranne Omanga with any comments and we’ll publish a selection of viewpoints. |
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Membership Options |
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We asked members what they find most valuable and useful about their membership of the IIC. This is how they ranked the benefits - IIC membership allows us to…
1. Keep up to date with trends, issues and what the industry is focusing on |
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IIC Sponsorship is for organisations active in regulation or industry. These members work closely with the IIC, helping to shape the policy agenda, contributing to discussions from which the wider community benefits. |
Full membership is for organisations active in the world of telecoms, media and technology and their regulation regardless of size. Members are drawn from regulators, telecoms operators, broadcasters, network providers, OTT players and smaller digital start-ups. |
Associate membership is for firms providing professional services and consultancy to the industry such as lawyers, consultants and analysts. The meetings give specialists in the TMT field the chance to keep up to date with new thinking and new players.
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