Amazon, Google, Apple voice assistants face new UK rules on radio access
( September 14, 2026, 11:26 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Amazon’s Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple’s Siri face new rules for voice assistants in the UK that would require them to let users play requested internet radio services, protect them from platform interruptions and advertisements unless a station agrees, and not charge stations for this access. Media regulator Ofcom published a consultation on its proposals for "radio selection services" available through connected devices on Monday. It has recommended that they should be designated under the Media Act, but a government decision is still pending. Ofcom’s consultation closes on Nov. 9.Statement follows. Consultation documents attached....
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