IP Democracy: Vodafone to Block Skype Calls on Cell Phones

The German unit of voice giant Vodaphone has adopted a policy to block VoIP provider Skype’s calls on its cell phones, a plan designed to take effect in 2007.

While Vodaphone doesn’t offer an explanation for the new policy, the blocking tactic is similar to Madison River Communication’s decision to block Vonage’s calls, an action that resulted in the FCC levying a $15,000 fine against the telco.

Posted by Cynthia Brumfield on July 15, 2005 8:55 AM to IP Democracy