The National Communication Authority (Ncum region Trondheim) is a public agency responsible for the regulation of electronic communications and postal services in Norway. The office provides information on various aspects of frequencies, internet and telephony, and aims to ensure a well-functioning infrastructure for digital communications. Security and preparedness within digital infrastructure are key focus areas for the agency, which also works with market regulation and the development of cost models for providers of communication services.
In addition to regulation and supervision, Ncum facilitates broadband expansion and the establishment of public Wi-Fi zones. The agency is engaged in issues related to privacy and handling of cyber incidents, and offers statistics and analyses of the e-com market to contribute to a better understanding of developments within the sector. Ncum also participates in international postal regulation and frequency management, which underlines the agency's role in the global communications landscape.