Mexico has introduced a new radio spectrum policy for 2026-2030, which aims to expand mobile coverage and accelerate 5G deployment across the country. The plan intends to increase telecommunications investment by making more spectrum available.
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Mexico has introduced a new radio spectrum policy for 2026-2030, which aims to expand mobile coverage and accelerate 5G deployment across the country. The plan intends to increase telecommunications investment by making more spectrum available.
Recent announcements from Nebraska and Wisconsin indicate growing concerns regarding the BEAD program's ability to achieve its objective of universal broadband coverage, raising questions about its effectiveness and implementation.
The European Union announced plans to allocate the majority of mobile satellite spectrum to European companies, reducing the share available to U.S. operators. This initiative aims to bolster EU technology infrastructure. The decision could impact companies like Starlink and Amazon, which are bidding for satellite spectrum.
The European Commission intends to reserve a majority of satellite frequencies for European operators when a significant spectrum band becomes available next year. This move is aimed at limiting access for US space technology companies within the EU market. The specific frequencies and the full impact of this proposal are still being determined.
The European Commission is planning to reserve approximately two-thirds of the 2GHz mobile satellite spectrum for European companies. This decision could impact non-EU rivals like Starlink and Amazon, who are reportedly vying for access to this spectrum. The article does not specify what the remaining one-third of the spectrum would be used for, nor does it detail any specific actions by Starlink or Amazon beyond their reported interest.
The European Commission confirmed on May 27th that non-European satellite operators, including SpaceX's Starlink and Amazon's low-earth-orbit venture, are approved for spectrum access in the EU. This decision specifically affects Starlink's operation and allows for competition in the European satellite internet market.
Ofcom has initiated a consultation regarding proposed alterations to the revised framework for telecommunications security incident reporting. This action concerns regulatory compliance for telecoms operators in the UK.
A Parliamentary Committee has endorsed Sir Ian Cheshire for the role of Ofcom Chair. The article notes this development regarding the UK's communications regulator.
Bharti Airtel has defended its new "Priority Postpaid" service to a Department of Telecommunications (DoT) panel. The company asserts that the service, which likely offers preferential network treatment, aligns with existing net neutrality principles.
The European Union announced a plan to allocate most of its mobile satellite spectrum to European companies. This decision aims to reduce the share allotted to U.S. companies in the sector.
This article discusses the "TAKE IT DOWN Act," which is recent legislation aimed at curbing the dissemination of non-consensual intimate images, while also highlighting the inherent limitations of its scope. It implies that while the act promises to address this issue, its effectiveness is not absolute.
South Korean authorities have arrested YouTuber Kim Se-ui on suspicion of using AI and doctored materials to defame actor Kim Soo-hyun. This marks a legal action against the use of artificial intelligence for content defamation.
AudioShake launched a new automated copyright compliance system for mixed media. Early customers for the system include ESPN, NFL Films, Jaywalker Music, CrunchLabs, Music Reports, and amp.
IAB Tech Lab has released new guidance on AI system bot management strategies for public comment. This initiative aims to address the growing challenge of sophisticated bot attacks and invalid traffic, particularly in the context of AI-driven systems. The guidance seeks to provide advertisers and publishers with clear frameworks to identify and mitigate bot activity.
This article discusses the ability for Amazon and Starlink to bid on European LEO (Low Earth Orbit) spectrum, likely facilitating their satellite internet services in the region. Without further article text, specific details on regulatory bodies, bidding processes, or the direct impact on streaming video cannot be provided.
Germany's Higher Administrative Court of North Rhine-Westphalia ruled that teleshopping broadcasters, including QVC, are not entitled to 'public value' status. This decision impacts how these channels are classified and potentially regulated within the country's media landscape.
Big Blue Marble's Nakolos platform has become the first global end-to-end 5G Broadcast solution to implement the complete feature set of 3GPP Release 19. This achievement marks a significant technical milestone for the company's platform.
This article discusses the challenges faced by AI ambitions in Europe due to the ongoing debate over copyright regulations and their application to AI development.
May 2026 marked a pivotal moment for EU AI governance, with the European Parliament and Council agreeing on the AI Omnibus. This agreement preceded the implementation of key obligations derived from the EU AI Act.
The European Commission is preparing to issue its largest fine under the Digital Markets Act (DMA) against Alphabet's Google. The fine targets Google for systematically ranking its own services above competitors within search results, with a ruling expected soon.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking feedback from parents regarding potential changes to content warning systems for children's programming. This initiative focuses on whether "controversial gender identity issues" should be included in such content warnings. The FCC aims to gather public input to inform any adjustments to its content guidelines.
Willow TV has agreed to settle a video privacy class action lawsuit, potentially offering cash payments to subscribers who watched prerecorded videos between July 2021 and September 2023. The settlement allows eligible sports fans to file a claim for this payout.
New research by Anik Bhaduri suggests that current antitrust enforcement is inadequate to address the economic influence of Big Tech companies. The research focuses on the intersection of antitrust, Big Tech, and financial markets.
AI-generated deepfakes and fake endorsements involving Indian celebrities are prompting legal action and exposing a vacuum in India's celebrity rights protection laws. This development highlights the challenges of existing legal frameworks in addressing synthetic media issues.
California has passed a new law that will require streaming services to maintain consistent audio levels between programming and commercials. This legislation, effective July 1 of next year, aims to prevent commercials from being significantly louder than the content they accompany. Streaming providers like Netflix will need to comply with this audio consistency mandate.
This article discusses how judicial rate-setting for patent licenses could destabilize existing patent pools. It suggests that courts determining rates, rather than market-driven approaches, weaken participation and undermine the effectiveness of these pools.
The 2026 ITU Regional Development Forum for Africa has concluded in Victoria Falls after two days of high-level dialogue. The forum, hosted by the ITU, focused on regional development, though specific outcomes or decisions were not detailed in this report.
The UK Prime Minister has summoned senior leaders from Meta, Snap, Google (YouTube), TikTok, and X to Downing Street to discuss children's online safety. This meeting is part of a government consultation, "Growing Up in the Online World," aimed at creating new legislation to protect children from social media harms, with proposals including minimum age requirements and limits on addictive design features. The government has stated its intention to act swiftly on legislative powers once the consultation concludes.
During CRTC Canadian content definition hearings, streaming services (MPA-Canada) advocated for production-based obligations consistent with their business models, while Canadian broadcasters (Corus Entertainment) pushed for equitable and increased financial contributions from streamers. Telefilm Canada, the NFB, and the Indigenous Screen Office underscored the importance of 'programs of national interest' (PNI) and suggested specific allocations for Indigenous creators and French language content. The discussions centered on revising contribution requirements and PNI for online and traditional undertakings under the Online Streaming Act.
Apple Inc. has filed an application with the U.S. Supreme Court, addressed to Justice Elena Kagan, to stay the mandate of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Apple is seeking a stay pending its forthcoming petition for a writ of certiorari, arguing that the Ninth Circuit's civil contempt finding regarding App Store commissions and the universal scope of its injunction warrant Supreme Court review due to circuit splits and disregard for established equitable limits. The company contends that it faces irreparable harm if it is forced to proceed with remand proceedings under the current rulings, which could reshape the global app market.
Unified Streaming is integrating support for C2PA (Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity) specifications into its streaming solutions. This initiative aims to combat misinformation and deepfakes by embedding content credentials, ensuring the authenticity and transparency of streamed video. The integration allows content rights holders and distributors to maintain the verifiable origin and history of media throughout the streaming workflow.
Kineton and the HbbTV Association announced the second International Plugfest and HbbTV Testing Event from June 22-26, 2026, in Naples, Italy. The event aims to foster interoperability and validate the HbbTV Test Suite v2026-2, covering technologies such as UHD-4K/8K, HDR, HFR, NGA, HbbTV, DVB-I, and HDMI. Participants will include TV device manufacturers, broadcasters, and technology providers for testing and validation of AV products and software.
Qualabs highlights its involvement in the video tech community through participation in industry events like NAB Show 2026 and FOKUS Media Web Symposium, and by organizing and supporting various video technology meetups globally. The company emphasizes its contributions to open-source projects, including CMCD Validator, CMCD Video.js Plugin, WebRTC Meetup Platform, Common Media Library, and CMAF HAM, fostering collaboration among video engineers.
Italian authorities, supported by Eurojust, disrupted the CINEMAGOAL piracy app, which provided unauthorized access to streaming platforms like Netflix and Disney+ by stealing authentication codes. The operation, named "Tutto Chiaro," involved 100 searches, server seizures in France and Germany, and led to the identification of subscribers potentially facing penalties. The Guardia di Finanza estimates the illegal streaming business caused damages of approximately €300 million to legitimate platforms.
India's government and the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) are examining Airtel's new 'Priority Postpaid' service, which utilizes 5G network slicing to offer superior network experience to postpaid users. Authorities are investigating potential non-compliance with net neutrality norms and any deterioration of service quality for prepaid users. Airtel states internal tests show improved network experience for all users.
The CRTC has altered its regulations concerning foreign streaming services operating in Canada. This change was discussed with Mario Mota, a partner at Boon Dog Professional Services, a media and policy research consultancy.
MPTS has announced a seminar titled "Delivering Value With Media Technology Innovation: Real-World Workflows & Outcomes" for its 2026 program. The session, scheduled for May 13, 2026, will feature speakers from Consulting Cube, Zixi, Mediagenix, Arrk Media, Ateme, and Hearst Networks to discuss how new media technologies translate into business value.
An HbbTV Symposium 2025 roundtable discussed how HbbTV can facilitate market expansion for broadcasters and technology providers, focusing on hybrid distribution methods combining satellite and streaming. The discussion highlighted HbbTV's role in simplifying multi-platform deployment, enabling new monetization strategies through targeted advertising, and navigating diverse market conditions including regulatory frameworks and infrastructure variations.
Agora Lab, Inc. has published its Data Privacy Framework Notice, outlining its standards and procedures for handling Personal Information. This notice confirms adherence to the EU-U.S., UK Extension to the EU-U.S., and Swiss-U.S. Data Privacy Frameworks (DPF). The document details how Agora processes data in compliance with these international privacy regulations.
The article details Agora's infringement policy, outlining procedures for addressing claims of copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property infringement. It specifies how to submit a notice of infringement, including required content such as identification of the infringed work and a statement under penalty of perjury, and also describes the counter-notification process for users whose content has been removed. The policy aims to comply with applicable intellectual property laws, including the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).
Agora Lab, Inc. published a Processor Privacy Statement detailing how it processes and uses Personal Information when users interact with its services via Customer Applications. The statement outlines user rights and methods for contacting the company regarding privacy concerns.
Agora has published its Extensions Marketplace Copyright and Trademark Infringement Policy. This policy outlines guidelines for content, resources, materials, and services available through its Extensions Marketplace regarding intellectual property rights.
The HbbTV Association has launched an "HbbTV Application Showcase" to exhibit real-world applications of its specification. This showcase will feature functionalities such as interactive advertising, program enhancements, on-demand catalogs, EPGs, FAST Channel access, gaming, accessibility services, and addressable advertising. The initiative aims to provide insights into the capabilities of HbbTV in various streaming contexts.
The Motion Picture Association (MPA) has urged the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) not to reclassify virtual multichannel video programming distributors (vMVPDs). This comes as broadcasters and the NAB have been advocating for changes to retransmission consent negotiation rules with streamers like YouTube TV.
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced plans to increase the tax on online streaming giants like Netflix and Amazon Prime from five percent to 15 percent of their total Canadian revenue. This decision, implemented under the Online Streaming Act, is criticized for potentially raising consumer costs and exacerbating trade tensions between Canada and the United States, particularly concerning the CUSMA renewal negotiations.
Via Licensing Alliance has expanded its Voice Codec patent pool by adding a new unnamed licensee and two new licensors, NovaVoice Limited and Cordial IP. This growth in licensors and licensees signifies increasing industry adoption of collaborative licensing for voice technologies like EVS and IVAS, driven by the rollout of 5G and 5G-Advanced networks. Via also published its full rate structure for the Voice Codec pool, aiming to provide transparency and predictability for implementers.
HDR10+ Technologies is launching the Eclipsa Video Certification Program, a new standard based on a SMPTE specification. This program aims to deliver improved video performance for devices and content that support HDR10+ dynamic metadata.
A court ruling in BitHarmony, LLC v. Amazon.com, Inc. found three streaming patents ineligible under Section 101, but deemed one eligible after it survived Alice Step Two. This decision follows all four patents failing Alice Step One, as reported by Holland & Knight LLP.
A Greenpeace report warns that the surge in power-hungry AI data centers in Australia threatens the country's energy transition, projecting data centers could demand more new electricity than cars or homes by 2040. This demand could lead to increased reliance on fossil fuels, prompting calls for new data centers to source power from new renewables and for greater transparency regarding energy use and emissions. Australian government bodies are considering proposals to require data centers to fully offset their power consumption with new renewable energy.
Brazil's Ministry of Communications, Anatel, and Seja Digital will deploy BRL 20 million to accelerate the rollout of 5G technology. The funding is intended to expedite infrastructure development for the new mobile standard.