Bring OTT Platforms Under Regulatory Framework: COAI

COAI argued that OTT players offer voice and messaging services similar to telcos but operate outside the regulatory net

This regulatory gap creates challenges for law enforcement, as OTT players currently avoid compliance obligations such as lawful interception, subscriber verification, anti-spam protocols and domestic infrastructure investments

To address the gap, COAI proposed introducing a dedicated OTT authorisation under the Unified License system

The Cellular…