Technology Convergence and Regulatory Challenge.

From a technical perspective, the convergence between telecommunications and broadcasting now emerges as both industries move towards digital standards. Yet from a policy perspective, convergence seems not be ready yet and may not be desirable. This study surveys the current convergence of broadcasting and telecommunication, examines the policy questions which arise in Korea and presents review of current regulation in this field. In particular, this study focuses on digital media broadcasting service which is currently being developed in Korea. It suggests the perspectives on forthcoming satellite DMB service developments, and implications to cope with this emerging technological breakthrough. This study indicates that current broadcasting-based regulatory framework may have a room for deterring technological convergence and thus delay service introduction in market. It concludes with new regulation model in consideration of service providers and users perspective. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]