Representatives from various associations representing ICT companies agreed that the repeal of the decree is positive and that this will mark the beginning of a new stage. However, politicians warn that without regulation, the law of the jungle will prevail in a highly concentrated market.

Just days before the repeal of DNU 690 (via Decree 302/2024), Convergencia gathered perspectives from the sector on what lies ahead. The August 2020 regulation is seen as an obstacle for the industry, and with it now behind, there's an opportunity for regulatory reform in the coming years.

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What will be the sector's agenda after the repeal of DNU 690?

Representatives from various associations representing ICT companies agreed that the repeal of the decree is positive and that this will mark the beginning of a new stage. However, politicians warn that without regulation, the law of the jungle will prevail in a highly concentrated market.

MORE ANALYSIS

The 3 novelties in spectrum cost that the Mexican government is pushing to revive the ift-12

There will be no price increase due to inflation; discounts on the annual fee will be established in exchange for coverage, and private networks will be promoted. The goal is to create the conditions for a successful 5G spectrum auction.

Sheinbaum's digital plan and the end of the IFT

The President of Mexico reviewed her first year in office and outlined a strong state intervention for the future to close connectivity gaps. However, this plan will be implemented through the ATDT and its Telecommunications Regulatory Commission.

Trump, the statist: Wants a stake in all chip companies that receive subsidies

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick stated that the matter is under review. Under the CHIPS Act, hardware manufacturers can obtain funding of over US$ 50 billion.

The ICT sector, between heated and expectant due to the Telefónica-Telecom saga and the FFSU “reset”

This is because official definitions are still lacking on both issues, which are central to the future of the industry. The clashes at Fiber Connect Latam and the decisions that end up in court.

Bolivia stands on brink of transformative social change

On the brink of economic chaos, presidential elections will be held on Sunday, where there is a high probability that a right-wing candidate will win, ending nearly 20 years of left-wing governments.

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