As part of the Digital Transformation Forum, the Communications Commission hosted its third meeting on the subject of inclusive digital transformation and development of telecommunications and digital literacy. The forum was organised by the Georgian ICT Cluster with the support of the USAID Economic Security Programme and other donor organisations, with the aim to develop the country’s digital capabilities.  With regards to digital literacy, the discussion focussed on the topic of...

The Communications Commission has signed a cooperation agreement with the Teacher Professional Development Centre (TPDC) and UNICEF to help integrate media literacy into formal education. The agreement was signed by ComCom member Natia Kukuladze, TPDC Director Berika Shukakidze and Deputy Representative of UNICEF Georgia Amy Clancy.  According to the agreement, the Commission handed over the resources created within the framework of the project to integrate media literacy into formal...

The Communications Commission has extended the deadline for mobile operators to implement the regulation on mandatory access of mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) by 1 year. The Commission, together with European experts, is currently carrying out a comprehensive study of the telecom market. Therefore, the Commission deemed it appropriate to use the results of the completed study for guidance, and identified the need to review the decision on mandatory access.  In 2019, ComCom...

The Georgian Information and Communication Technology Cluster, with the support of the USAID Economic Security Programme and other donor organisations and partners, has organised the Digital Transformation Forum, which aims to maximise the country’s digital capabilities. Commissioner Ekaterine Imedadze took part in the opening event together with Mission Director for USAID John Pennell, Deputy Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development Irakli Nadareishvili, Vice-President of Georgian...

To raise awareness among young people about the telecommunication industry, the Communications Commission held a public lecture at Kutaisi International University on 5G technology. During the meeting, the ComCom Head of Spectrum and Technology Department, Sandro Karumidze gave students detailed information about the advantages of 5G technology, its distinguishing features from the already implemented technologies, current global trends and the prospects for Georgia in this field. The...

The Digital Support Programme of the Communications Commission has concluded in Kobuleti, with up to 1000 residents of 21 target villages (Achkvistavi, Gvara, Zeda Kondidi, Zeniti, Kokhi, Leghva, Skura, Kakuti, Kveda Kondidi, Tskhrapona, Tskavroka, Chakhati, Kveda Kvirike, Dagva, Zeda Kvirike, Khala, Kveda Dagva, Khutsubani, Zeda Sameba, Shuaghele) receiving training in digital literacy and safe use of the internet. The programme started in Kobuleti on February 7, and a total of 70 seminars...

The Media Lab of the Communications Commission hosted a seminar for novice and future startuppers. Titled “Pitching101,” the seminar was presented by the CEO of VRex Immersive and co-founder of Neuropilot, Nikoloz Gogochuri, who shared his experience on pitching a startup. During the meeting, the trainer reviewed the effective methods and best examples of pitching a startup idea in a short time, tips to consider during the presentation, storytelling style and other key issues. For...

The communications Commission has issued a written caution to “Agromedia” for violating product placement rules. In May 2023, the Commission monitored the programmes aired by the broadcaster and established a violation of product placement rules. Specifically, the programme in question encouraged viewers to purchase a product, highlighted the positive aspects and affordability of the product, specified store locations, and featured information on special offers and services....

The Communications Commission has granted “Formula Multimedia” authorisation for specialised entertainment and educational broadcasting. The TV station applied for authorisation on May 30. The Commission studied the submitted documents in detail, after which “Formula Multimedia” was registered as a private specialised broadcaster in the departmental register of authorised persons.  The channel will start broadcasting by July 15, 2023. “Formula...

A cooperation agreement has been concluded by the Communications Commission and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP). The document was signed by ComCom member Natia Kukuladze and UNDP Deputy Permanent Representative in Georgia Anna Chernyshova. The goal of the cooperation is to facilitate public use of the potential of the digital economy.  As part of the agreement, joint activities designed to raise digital literacy level will take place, including: reducing the digital divide,...