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Wireless Roundup (September 2024)

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FCC Seeks Comment on Promoting the Integrity and Security of Telecommunications Certification Bodies, Measurement Facilities, and the Equipment Authorization Program: In this Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), the Federal...more

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Amendment to ANATEL's Cybersecurity Regulations - Incident Notification and Prior Evaluation of Suppliers

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The National Telecommunications Agency (ANATEL) published Resolution No. 767 of August 2024 (the “Resolution”), which amended Resolution No. 740 of 2020, also known as the Cybersecurity Regulation Applied to the...more

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[Webcast Transcript] CFIUS Reviews: Strategies for Ensuring Compliance and Strategizing on Foreign Investments

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Editor’s Note: During a recent HaystackID webcast, expert panelists explored the role of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) in protecting sensitive technologies, classified contracts, and other...more

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Wireless Roundup (August 2024)

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NTIA Solicits Comment on Development of 6G Wireless Communications Technology: In this Notice, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) seeks comment on the current state of sixth generation (6G)...more

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Wireless Roundup (May 2024)

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FCC Solicits Comment on a Proposed New Framework for Licensing Space Stations Engaged in In-Space Servicing, Assembly, and Manufacturing: In this Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) the Federal Communications Commission (FCC...more

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FCC signals broader agenda on national security, public safety, and more in Net Neutrality ruling

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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted final rules in its latest “net neutrality” proceeding. The rules, which advanced over the vigorous opposition of the two Republican commissioners, will: (1) reclassify...more

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The EU and UK Introduce New IoT Security Standards

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The FCC’s recent introduction of a new Voluntary Cybersecurity Labelling Program for consumer Internet of Things (IoT) products reflects the continued desire by U.S. regulators to bolster the security of the ever-increasing...more

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What’s New in Wireless - April 2024

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The wireless industry has revolutionized the way we connect, from facilitating teleworking, distance learning, and telemedicine to allowing the American public to interact virtually in almost all other aspects of their daily...more

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FCC Issues Framework for Consumer Internet of Things Cybersecurity Program

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Consistent with an announcement from the Biden-Harris administration in July 2023, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has released an order establishing the framework for the new US Cyber Trust Mark program. Under...more

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More Cyber Protections for Internet of Things Consumer Devices? FCC to Use Labels

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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is providing a new level of protection for consumers who are worried about potential cybersecurity risks to connected consumer devices. Last week, the agency adopted a voluntary...more

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FCC Approves Voluntary Internet-of-Things Cybersecurity Labeling Program

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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently approved a voluntary Internet of Things (IoT) Labeling Program, which allows manufacturers of IoT products to earn the FCC’s approval to display a “U.S. Cyber Trust Mark”...more

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Navigating the New Cybersecurity Terrain: Implications of the FCC’s Latest Rule on Security Breach Notifications

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Introduction: On February 12, 2024, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) finalized a critical cybersecurity rule, Sec. 64.2011, mandating telecommunications carriers and TRS (Telecommunications Relay Services)...more

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FCC Bans AI Voices in Robocalls, Yet Deep Fake Scams Persist

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On February 8, 2024, the Federal Communications Commission outlawed AI-generated voices in robocalls and with the upcoming Presidential election in the United States, it is easy to see why. Imagine the implications if “leaked...more

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All Providers Must Submit Expanded Filing in Robocall Mitigation Database by February 26, 2024

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The Federal Communications Commission has set a February 26, 2024 filing deadline for all providers in the call chain, regardless of STIR/SHAKEN status or whether they have the facilities to implement STIR/SHAKEN, to file...more

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Wireless Roundup (February 2024)

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FCC Requests Comment on CPNI/SIM Change Authentication Item: In this Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FNPRM), the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) seeks comment on whether to harmonize the existing...more

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FCC Expands Data Breach Notification Requirements

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The FCC has significantly expanded telecommunications carriers’ data breach notification and reporting obligations. Telecommunications carriers, including Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) services, and telecommunications...more

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FCC adopts updated data breach notification rules

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On December 21, 2023, the FCC announced it adopted an updated data breach notifications rule. The rule was formerly designed to protect consumers against pretexting, “a practice in which a scammer pretends to be a particular...more

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The Federal Communications Commission Updates Its Data Breach Rules

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On December 21, 2023, the Federal Communications Commission released an order updating its data breach rules. These updated rules require telecommunications providers to report breaches of customer proprietary network...more

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Ankura CTIX FLASH Update - December 8, 2023, Ankura CTIX

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New Linux Remote Access Trojan "Krasue" Targets Thai Telecom Sector - A newly discovered Remote Access Trojan (RAT) for Linux has been seen targeting telecommunications firms in Thailand as reported by Group-IB. Named RAT...more

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FTC Enforcement Trends in Consumer Protection Under the Biden Administration

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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC or the Commission) has continued aggressive regulation in the consumer protection space under the Biden administration. This persistent approach has occurred even in the face of recent...more

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FCC Partners With States to Increase on Privacy and Data Protection Investigations, Signaling Increased Focus on Future...

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The Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) announced Thursday that in furtherance of the work of the agency’s Privacy and Data Protection Task Force, the FCC’s Enforcement Bureau signed Memoranda of Understanding (“MOU”)...more

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Question of the Week: What do you expect the biggest impacts of Generative AI (GenAI) to be on M&A in the next 12-18 months?

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"I expect to see an increased focus on GenAI-specific inquiries in the due diligence process and corresponding representations and warranties in purchase and merger agreements. Governing legal terms and conditions vary...more

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FTC Announces Enforcement Action Against Global Tel*Link Corporation for Unfair Data Security Practices and Inadequate Data Breach...

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On November 16, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced an enforcement action against Global Tel*Link Corporation and two of its subsidiaries (collectively, “GTL”), which provide communications and payment services to...more

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Wireless Roundup (December 2023)

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FCC Seeks Comment on Safeguarding and Securing the Open Internet: In this Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) proposes to reinstate the open Internet rules the...more

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FCC Plans to Launch Cybersecurity Pilot Program for Schools and Libraries

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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced its proposal to create a Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program that would help K-12 schools and libraries protect their broadband networks and data from...more

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