Opinion
Access Alert | OFCOM 6 GHz Band Update
On December 6, Ofcom published an update on their current position regarding the use of the upper-6 GHz band. The...
Access Alert | Ecuador Digital Transformation Bill Advances in Congress
On 23 November, President Guillermo Lasso sent the bill for Audiovisual and Digital Transformation to the National Assembly (NA). This...
Python vs MATLAB vs Visualyse for satellite modelling
The satellite industry has evolved significantly in recent years. Even though launching and operation costs have steadily decreased, it is...
Access Alert | Brazilian telecom regulator approves Strategic Plan for 2023-2027; Peruvian government begins reorganisation of 800 MHz band
Two key Latin American countries have demonstrated a strong interest in expanding broadband coverage, fostering investment, and maintaining industry dynamism....
Access Alert | Colombia allocates the entire 6 GHz band for unlicensed use
On 18 November, Colombia’s National Spectrum Agency (ANE) published Resolution 737, officially adding the 1.200 MHz that comprise the 6...
SDGs and Space in Africa
AfricaCom 2022 recently concluded. As the premier event for the telecoms industry in Africa, there were many key discussions on...
Access Alert | China’s World Internet Conference 2022
China held its annual World Internet Conference 2022 (WIC 2022 / 世界互联网大会) in Wuzhen between 9-11 Nov 2022, with the...
Women in Tech Policy: Glass ceilings and sticky floors – not in the metaverse!
To view a recording of the webinar, please click here. Earlier this week, Access Partnership hosted “Women in Tech Policy:...
Access Alert | Introducing Saudi Arabia’s National Industry Strategy (NIS)
On 18 October, Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman launched the National Industrial Strategy (NIS), a...
Access Alert | Brazil’s Upcoming Agenda for Tech and Privacy Regulation
On 4 November, Brazil’s National Data Protection Authority (ANPD) launched its 2023-2024 Regulatory Agenda following a consultation process from August...
Access Alert | Developments in Saudi Arabia’s Space Sector
On 1 November 2022, the Saudi Cabinet session concluded with key decisions impacting the Saudi space sector. Below are some...
Capturing opportunities in food e-commerce and digital labelling – Agri-Food Tech Expo Asia 2022, Part of the Singapore International Agri-Food Week (SIAW)
Agri-Food Tech Expo Asia is a strategic platform that evolves with the industry and is shaped by leaders and experts...
Access Alert | Saudi Arabia’s Public Consultation on Vehicle-to-Everything
On 13 October 2022, the Saudi Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC) published a public consultation titled “Roadmap for 5.9...
Access Alert | CITC Publishes Whitepaper on RegTech: The Future of Regulatory Landscape
In conjunction with the Regulatory Technology Symposium, the Saudi Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC) published a whitepaper titled “RegTech:...
Access Alert | Bahrain Introduces Telecommunications Regulatory Sandbox
The Bahraini Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA), has launched a new Innovation Licence to encourage the development and deployment of emerging...
Türkiye Amends Internet Law and Brings OTTs Under Regulation
The Grand National Assembly of Türkiye passed a long-awaited bill titled “The Law Amending Press Law and Other Laws” on...
Google Cloud Region: Lifting Productivity in the Israeli Economy
The adoption of new technologies such as cloud can lead to increased efficiency and higher productivity, as they eliminate the...
Access Alert | CITC Publishes Whitepaper on Blockchain as a Regulatory Tool
On 12 October 2022, the Saudi Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC) published a whitepaper addressing the role of blockchain...
The ITU’s Plenipotentiary Conference 2022: Week Two Summary
From 26 September to 14 October, the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) has been holding its Plenipotentiary Conference (PP-22), which occurs...
Access Alert | Public Consultation on Proposed Amendments to the Australian Numbering Plan 2015
The Australian Communication and Media Authority (ACMA) has launched a public consultation on various amendments to the Telecommunications Numbering Plan...
Access Alert | New Judgments from the Court of Justice of the European Union on Data Retention by Providers of Electronic Communications
The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) issued two judgments on 20 September 2022 on the legal framework...