Which regulation should Samuel be familiar with as part of his work in telecommunications?

In the context of telecommunications, familiarity with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) is essential, especially for professionals involved in companies that are publicly traded or engage in financial reporting. SOX was enacted to enhance corporate governance and accountability, especially after major corporate scandals. It includes regulations related to financial practices and requires organizations to maintain accurate financial records and implement strong internal controls.

For professionals in telecommunications, particularly those who may be working with public companies, understanding the compliance requirements of SOX is crucial. This includes ensuring transparency in financial reporting and safeguarding against fraud. Companies in the telecommunications sector must also consider how their financial data flows and is reported, which places emphasis on adherence to standards that SOX mandates.

Other regulations like GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS are pertinent in their respective domains—GDPR focuses on personal data protection in the EU, HIPAA addresses healthcare information privacy, and PCI-DSS outlines security measures for handling credit card information. While they are important in telecommunications contexts intersecting these areas, SOX directly relates to the corporate governance and financial integrity aspects crucial for telecommunications organizations operating in public markets.