Network Neutrality Rules May Signal A Change in Wireless Pricing

[Commentary] The Federal Communications Commission implementation of rules around network neutrality may open up a change in the way carriers price mobile broadband -- and it’s not going to get cheaper. For U.S. operators the question of whether or not charging someone for a Facebook plan, or for prioritized access to online video would run afoul of FCC regulations was always an issue. So while I don't expect Verizon to change its pricing tomorrow, the fact that there are a set of rules out (or almost out since the full text of the order still isn't available) will make it far easier for operators to plan for pricing changes that won't run afoul of the FCC or will intentionally run afoul of the FCC in order to test its authority.