Telecommunications

FCC Loosens Restrictions on Foreign Investments in Broadcast Media

FCC Loosens Restrictions on Foreign Investments in Broadcast Media

A larger pool of investors may boost diversity in television and radio station ownership.

House Bill Would Limit FDA Oversight of Health Apps

House Bill Would Limit FDA Oversight of Health Apps

Supporters of legislation argue FDA will not cabin its regulatory power on its own.

FCC Rules on Robocalls Go Into Effect

FCC Rules on Robocalls Go Into Effect

New regulations to protect consumers from telemarketers’ automatic calls.

Check Your Phone Bill: Are you Being “Crammed”?

Check Your Phone Bill: Are you Being “Crammed”?

FCC proposes rule designed to identify and prevent unauthorized phone charges.

Does Mobile Roaming Regulation Violate the GATS?

Does Mobile Roaming Regulation Violate the GATS?

Potential WTO violations from international mobile roaming regulation, says recent article.

A Flexible Approach to Cybersecurity Regulation

A Flexible Approach to Cybersecurity Regulation

Management-based regulatory delegation may create a more effective framework.

Senators Question President’s Pick for OIRA Administrator

Senators Question President’s Pick for OIRA Administrator

Howard Shelanski questioned on delays, retrospective review, and role for cost-benefit analysis.

New York City Unleashes a Flood of Open Data

New York City Unleashes a Flood of Open Data

Law promises to promote transparency and encourage technological innovation.

Happy Birthday, The Regulatory Review!

Happy Birthday, The Regulatory Review!

RegBlog celebrates two years of regulatory news, analysis, and opinion.

AT&T Seeks Government Support to Modernize Internet Infrastructure

AT&T Seeks Government Support to Modernize Internet Infrastructure

AT&T petitions the FCC to facilitate experimental transitions to an Internet-based network.

Indian Supreme Court Says Resource Auctions Are Not Required

Indian Supreme Court Says Resource Auctions Are Not Required

Advisory opinion seeks to clarify how government may allocate natural resources.