Internet access

Vodafone Outage UK: Mobile and Broadband Services Down Nationwide

Vodafone is experiencing a massive network outage across the UK affecting both mobile and broadband services. The disruption began around 3pm with over 135,000 customer reports logged within 20 minutes. The company confirms a “major issue” impacting broadband, 4G and 5G services nationwide.

Vodafone UK is experiencing a massive network outage affecting both mobile services and home broadband across the United Kingdom, with disruption reports beginning around 3pm according to monitoring service Down Detector. The widespread service failure has left thousands of customers without reliable internet access and mobile connectivity, highlighting the critical nature of modern telecommunications infrastructure.

Scale of the Vodafone Service Disruption

by Megan CarterOctober 13, 2025

Assistive Technology Telecom

FCC Broadband Labeling Requirements Under Review as Consumer Transparency Faces Rollback

Federal Communications Commission leadership is reconsidering broadband labeling mandates designed to protect consumers from hidden fees. Critics argue the move prioritizes ISP interests over consumer transparency in internet service billing.

The Federal Communications Commission is signaling potential rollbacks of broadband labeling requirements that mandate clear disclosure of internet service costs and fees. This regulatory shift comes despite evidence that consumers benefit from transparent billing practices when selecting internet access providers.