AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAnalog Switch-Off: GMA Network says it’s in the final stretch of shutting analog TV transmitters in Mega Manila by Nov. 22, aiming to avoid cutting off remaining free-to-air viewers while NTC support programs gear up. Universal Service Oversight: FCC Chairman Brendan Carr moves to tighten Universal Service Fund management and USAC oversight, pushing for more efficient, fair, cost-effective use. Network Reliability & Accountability: Telstra’s Senate testimony links its outage to an undocumented design change and a missed software update on network timing equipment, while calls grow for compensation schemes. Regulatory Tariff Enforcement: Malawi’s MACRA orders Airtel Malawi and TNM to compensate customers after tariff changes without required seven-day publication, with bundle credits due by July 31. AI & Cyber Risk: Five Eyes warns AI is compressing cyberattack timelines, while Proofpoint flags OAuth client ID spoofing tactics targeting Microsoft Entra ID accounts. Digital Infrastructure Moves: Ethio Telecom explores a strategic partnership with Inspur to accelerate Ethiopia’s digital transformation; Nepal Telecom expands 4G to remote Mugu and Bajura villages; Reliance Jio’s 1,600-LEO satellite plan gets a technically sound IN-SPACe nod. Global Digital Policy: AU and ITU partner on digital transformation and AI governance, and Japan/EU validate cross-border digital wallet interoperability.
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