Telcos, OTT firms lock horns at talks over spam and scam

Telecom companies and tech firms clashed over regulations to curb online spam at a Trai open house. Telcos urged for OTT platforms and telemarketers to be held accountable, while tech players argued against bringing OTTs under Trai's purview, citing existing IT Act regulations. Trai acknowledged the diverse opinions and pledged to consider all viewpoints while formulating new rules.