info: Volume 3 Issue 1

Spectrum auctions and efficient resource allocation: learning from the 3G experiences in Europe

William H. Melody

Proposes a framework for the constructive application of 3G auctions. Suggests that other forms of auctions should be investigated, especially where the policy priority is rapid…

Harmonization and globalization: UMTS and the single market

Johan Lembke

Provides an interesting illustration of the changing relationships between the European single market, on the one hand, and globalization on the other. States the development of…

Backs to the wall? a tale of three Telcos

Peter Curwen

States financial markets have turned on Telcos, judging them on their debts and marking their share prices down heavily. Posits some unorthodox survival strategies have emerged  

Survival of the fastest: the Internet and 21st century business practice

Lee W. McKnight

Contends the Internet is a medium for commerce, marketing, advertising and distribution, as well as invention, entertainment and discussion. Reckons that on the Internet there is…

The future of online journalism: mediamorphosis or mediacide?

Rosental Calmon Alves

Looks at how the news media is making use of, and adapting to, the Web and whether any of the media has found a language that is better than traditional print. Recommends that the…

The craze for efficiency: universal service in Australian telecommunications

R.A. Joseph

Looks at the shift in emphasis in Australia, from a historical perspective and examines the growing fears in the community that citizens may become disenfranchised as a result…