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FCC Enforcement Actions Pose New Risks for Vendors to Telecom Companies

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Last week, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released a $13 million settlement with AT&T that concluded an investigation into a third-party data breach that exposed AT&T customer data. This is the latest in a series...more

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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FCC proposes a new cybersecurity labeling program for Internet of Things devices*

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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has proposed a new voluntary cybersecurity labeling program intended to provide consumers easily understandable information about the security of their Internet of Things (IoT)...more

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What's New in Wireless - October 2023

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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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Net Neutrality at the FCC: Title II, Round 2, With a Twist

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On October 19, the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) is expected to adopt a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“NPRM”) proposing to reclassify broadband internet access service as a “telecommunications service” under...more

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Wireless Roundup (October 2023)

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Key Wireless Deadlines- FCC Releases Draft Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Net Neutrality: The Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) has released the long-awaited draft of its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking...more

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Federal Communications Commission Seeks to Revive Net Neutrality Rules

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On Thursday, September 28, 2023, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) released a draft Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that, if adopted, would comprehensively regulate broadband in the United States....more

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Mobile World Congress 2023: Packed Agenda Promises Key Insights on Spectrum, IoT, Cybersecurity, and Wireless Industry Innovation

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Next week in Las Vegas, the Mobile World Congress (MWC) will bring together policymakers, industry experts, and stakeholders across the wireless ecosystem to discuss critical issues impacting the industry. Hosted by trade...more

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Wireless Roundup (September 2023)

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FCC Seeks Comment on Revising Spectrum Sharing Rules for Non-Geostationary Orbit, Fixed-Satellite Service Systems: In this proposed rule, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) requests comment on revisions...more

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Administration Poised to Act on “Internet of Things” Devices

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The FCC and House of Representatives have begun discussions on the safety and security of IoT modules from China. The FCC adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to create an Internet of Things (IoT) cybersecurity labeling...more

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