Argentina’s telecom price controls are economic masochism
Last week, in a bid to ensure unrestricted access for everyone to telecommunication services, the Argentinian government decided to extend a price freeze for TV, internet and mobile services until the end of the year, deeming them “essential public services”. Prices on these services have been frozen since May, and it was expected that the […]
Five reasons why Europe lags behind on high-speed internet
Connectivity and low latency times are crucial for economic progress in developed states. While European policymakers don’t shy away from grand plans to keep the continent competitive, the essential ingredient for a successful digital strategy is the creation of a real digital single market within the European Union. Here are five major reasons why Europe […]
Throne Speech promises may backfire for consumers, expert says
One advocate says the administration costs of those promises could end up getting passed on to buyers. David Clement, North American Affairs Manager with the Consumer Choice Centre, says saddling business operators with rules about breaking down costs often leads to added expenses for the wrong people. “Consumers will ultimately end up paying for that,” […]
Big government might push your favorite TV and radio stations off the air
WASHINGTON EXAMINER: Now, unfortunately, there might be another significant expansion of eminent domain — this time, into the digital realm.
DOJ’s blocking of the AT&T-Time Warner merger is a blow to consumer choice
CONTACT: Yaël Ossowski Deputy Director Consumer Choice Center yael@consumerchoicecenter.org DOJ’s blocking of the AT&T-Time Warner merger is a blow to consumer choice Washington, D.C. – On Monday, the Department of Justice filed a civil lawsuit in order to block the merger of AT&T/DirecTV and Time Warner Inc. Yaël Ossowski, Deputy Director of the Consumer Choice […]
