South Korea Leads with Universal Basic Mobile Data Access
South Korea has launched a universal basic mobile data access scheme providing over seven million subscribers with unlimited downloads at 400 kbps after their data allowances expire. This initiative, agreed upon by dominant carriers SK Telecom, KT, and LG Uplus, aims to ensure citizens can access essential online services. The plan also seeks to address recent security lapses by telcos and contribute to public welfare by guaranteeing basic telecommunications rights. Alongside this, carriers will introduce low-priced 5G plans, increase data allowances for seniors, and upgrade public Wi-Fi services.
John Q. Hosedrinker