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The recent introduction of the Online Safety Bill is set to have a radical effect on internet-based platforms.
Market Watch

Debating the Online Safety Bill: Privacy Protection or Technological Tyranny?

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The Online Safety Bill emerges as a tool for platform owners to tackle illicit content. Yet, penalties attached to non-compliance may be a hefty burden. The proposed “spy clause” infamously mandates the scanning of private user content, leading to vocal debates around privacy and the technology needed to enforce this clause. Amidst strong sentiments about potential surveillance, the UK government remains unwavering, resulting in possible market exits by platforms such as WhatsApp. With the telecom industry on the brink of substantial readjustments, the importance of staying informed is evident.

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According to recent data published by Ofcom, over half of UK homes are now equipped with full fibre broadband access.
Broadband

Navigating UK’s Growth and Regional Variance in Fibre Broadband Access

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In a major technological achievement, over half of UK homes now enjoy full fibre broadband access, marking a significant increase from the beginning of this year. This growth reflects the collective effort of both large infrastructure operators and smaller, regional organisations. Surprisingly though, coverage varies across regions, with Northern Ireland leading while Scotland slightly lags behind. Even more exciting progress has been observed in access to Gigabit-capable broadband.

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Seamless connectivity is rapidly guiding the telecommunications industry in 2023, and this drive is only forecasted to increase in the future.
Broadband

Navigating UK’s Journey towards a Fully Connected Future

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As the world navigates towards an AI-integrated future, the call for reliable connectivity has amplified. The UK’s telecom market, a beacon of global standing, is pivoting towards this demand. Its thrust for seamless connectivity is stimulated by the push for efficient network management and shared infrastructure. Spearheading this transformation is the UK’s transition to fibre optics, aided by the strategic decision to sunset the Public Switched Telephone Network by 2025.

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ASA has recently put an end to a dispute regarding the misleading adverts of a UK Internet Service Provider, 6G Internet.
Telco Buzz

Exploring ASA’s Intervention in 6G Internet’s Misleading Adverts

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The UK’s Advertising Standards Authority recently adjudicated a dispute over the supposed misleading adverts of ISP, 6G Internet. The ASA ruled that the company name erroneously suggested the availability of non-existent 6G services. The decision underlines a recurrent issue of consumer confusion over service offerings in the telecommunications sector. Despite the controversy, 6G Internet has not indicated plans to adjust their brand name, possibly sparking inevitable customer confusion as the prospect of true 6G technology looms nearer.

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The UK is set to welcome Vodafone as the latest mobile supplier to its national smart meter network, thanks to a recent decision by the DCC.
Broadband

Vodafone Boosts UK’s Smart Meter Network with 4G Connectivity

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Vodafone has joined the UK’s smart meter network, establishing essential 4G IoT connectivity. While Vodafone’s inclusion does not necessarily signify a replacement of current suppliers, it invites intriguing possibilities. The selection of a new provider despite existing 4G options raises questions around the decision-making process. Amid the drive to phase out 2G and 3G networks, this move potentially reflects the evolving needs of the UK’s telecoms infrastructure.

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The United Kingdom's government executive agency, Building Digital UK, is on a mission to power the nation with gigabit-speed internet.
Broadband

Unraveling UK’s March Toward Gigabit-Speed Internet Coverage

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Formulating the future of UK’s internet, Building Digital UK (BDUK) triggers the procurement process under the £5 billion Project Gigabit framework. Their ambitious objective: accelerate gigabit-speed broadband coverage to capture a minimum of 85% of premises by 2025. However, there’s a twist in the tale, as reaching remote regions still poses a formidable challenge.

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Vodafone UK has introduced Fibre 2 Essentials, a new social tariff plan in response to the escalating cost-of-living crisis.
Telecom News

Vodafone’s Fibre 2 Essentials: Affordable Connectivity Amidst Crisis

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Vodafone UK announces more accessible and fixed-rate wireless options amid the routine living costs in the UK, further bolstering its reputation as a company committed to social tariffs. This latest offering serves as a beacon of hope for families under financial strain, with an impressive broadband speed, zero installation fees, and an escape clause without extra charges. However, critics caution that this may not be the most affordable deal available, despite being from a mainstream provider.

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The UK government recently introduced a new business council, consisting of fourteen chief executives from major industries.
Telecom News

Navigating Economic Change: Telecom Giants Influencing UK Policy

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The UK’s newly established business council brings together heads of fourteen industry behemoths like AstraZeneca, NatWest Group, and Vodafone, offering insights to the Prime Minister on critical economic matters. It’s interesting that Google DeepMind is the only exception to the FTSE 100 list; also significant is the vocal Vodafone inclusion, led by CEO Margherita Della Valle, along with the impending departure of BT’s CEO Philip Jansen amidst a period of shrinkage. The absence of SME representation on the council has fueled criticism, underscoring the complexity and potential bias in shaping Britain’s economic future.

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A quick roundup of the news in Telecoms | Week #28

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Huawei plans a comeback in the smartphone market with new 5G devices using domestic chip supplies. Concerns persist about the quality of these chips and Huawei’s absence from the Android Play Store. CityFibre challenges Openreach with a faster wholesale FTTH service, while Optus collaborates with SpaceX’s Starlink to expand mobile coverage in Australia’s remote areas. Ofcom investigates O2 Virgin Media over customer complaints, and the European Court of Justice rejects a ruling on the Three-O2 merger, adding to the uncertainty in the telecommunications regulatory landscape.

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UK fiber future is considered to be in flux — the relentless race to make gigabit-capable broadband accessible across the nation heats up.
Telecom News

UK’s Fiber Future: Opportunities and Challenges Ahead

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As the UK’s fibre landscape intensifies with rising competition, leading players are racing to expand gigabit-capable broadband nationwide. Noteworthy, alternative network providers, referred to as “AltNets”, are displaying proactive strategies to swiftly deploy networks. On the other hand, traditional companies are recognising opportunities in fibre rollout, as seen in Openreach’s pricing approach of their wholesale lines.

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