Overview
- The CRT outlined discounts of up to 50% on spectrum fees in exchange for verifiable coverage in unserved localities and highway segments, with activation tied to the 2026 fiscal framework.
- The regulator is designing a new 5G spectrum auction that will embed the discount mechanism and create special blocks and asymmetrical rules to bring smaller operators into underserved areas, with an ambition to push 5G coverage toward 85%.
- A CRT bulletin asserting Mexican spectrum is 7% below an international average drew strong pushback from former regulators, industry analysts and international groups, who point to high annual charges, surrendered frequencies and weaker auction participation.
- ATDT reported 2,500 million pesos in public‑sector savings from simplifying and digitalizing procedures, and detailed new state tech capacities including data centers, a software factory, a cybersecurity directorate and a national code repository.
- ATDT said digital payments should link to digital identity but affirmed Banxico’s authority over payment systems, while the immediate next steps for telecom policy include a public consultation on discount rules and final auction design and monitoring criteria.