On 21 February, the European Commission published its White Paper on the future Digital Networks Act, which we have analysed in great detail to ensure that there was no possible threat to net neutrality. You may remember that Allied for Startups and its members have been deeply involved in maintaining the free and open nature …
Net Neutrality Policy
October 18, 2023
Are Network Fees Over?
On 10 October, the European Commission finally released the results of the exploratory consultation on the future of the electronic communications sector and its infrastructure – and there’s good news! For now, it seems like the Commission will not be moving forward with the idea of implementing Network Fees. Here are the key takeaways from …
Net Neutrality
July 19, 2023
Yes, Network Fees Violate Net Neutrality.
As we have long established, startups all over the world have benefitted from a free and open internet. Net neutrality principles grounded in access to that free and open internet refer to the way that Internet Service Providers (ISPs) manage the data or traffic carried on their networks when data is requested by broadband subscribers …
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April 5, 2023
How does introducing Network Fees endanger Startup Ecosystems?
The European Commission has announced its intent to make large online platforms contribute to the cost of telecom networks in the form of a levy. While well-intentioned, these levies could have lasting negative repercussions for startups, the global digital economy, and the internet as we know it today. Allied for Startups and its Members are …
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December 19, 2022
Why is net neutrality integral to a global startup ecosystem?
What is net neutrality? Net neutrality principle refers to the way that Internet Service Providers (ISPs) manage the data or traffic carried on their networks when data is requested by broadband subscribers (known as end-users under EU law) from providers of content, applications or services (CAPs), as well as when traffic is exchanged between end-users. …
Net Neutrality
May 24, 2017
How ISPs promised an open internet – and how it’s NOT
The principle of net neutrality is under siege in the US as well as in Europe. In the US, the Federal Communication Commission voted to begin reversal of Title II rules. In Germany, Deutsche Telekom launched Stream On, a premium streaming service for certain products only and in the Netherlands, T-Mobile’s “Data-free Music” won its …
Net Neutrality
May 11, 2016
Not Neutrality: An end to meaningful net neutrality in Europe?
Guest post from our member Factory.