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title: Zero-Rating and Sponsored Data Whitepaper
description: This whitepaper explores developments in network neutrality rules and laws, as they impact zero-rating and sponsored data plans.
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# Zero-Rating and Sponsored Data Whitepaper

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Increasingly, we are seeing innovation occur in both developing and developed markets. In some cases, network neutrality rules have been defined and are currently being interpreted, or are in the process of being defined. In many markets, network neutrality is still not part of the conversation, though that is likely to change over time.

This whitepaper explores developments in network neutrality rules and laws, as they impact zero-rating and sponsored data plans. It also recommends best practices based on commonalities amongst network neutrality rules, Sandvine’s direct experience with service innovation, and what makes sense for network operators and their subscribers.

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