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> Why shouldn't companies in the US then be able to offer such a model? They don't have to because they are in a government regulated cartel. Classic case of r
by jpadkins 15y ago
> Why shouldn't companies in the US then be able to offer such a model?
They don't have to because they are in a government regulated cartel. Classic case of regulatory capture. The only free market in the US is the wifi sprectrum, which is providing the most value to US citizens.
- narag 15y agoIf the industry is heavily regulated, the government should also regulate what the comment above points. The price should be clearly stated. Fine print should be forbidden.
- quandrum 15y agoThe hallmark of "regulatory capture" is that the regulated party is driving the relationship, and not the regulators. So while we see occasional push back when public outcry gets too loud, most law and regulation is written by telco's, and hence telco friendly.