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FCC Announces Effective Date of New Filing Requirements for Domestic Section 214 Transfer of Control Applications

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Wednesday, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) announced September 11, 2024 as the effective date of two rules initially adopted in the agency’s Team Telecom Process Reform Report and Order....more

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ALERT: Team Telecom Streamlining Procedures Take Effect

In October 2020 and 2021, the FCC adopted a pair of Orders to streamline the processing of applications involving “reportable” foreign ownership that are referred to the Committee for the Assessment of Foreign Participation...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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Remaining Team Telecom rules—including standard questions—now in effect at the FCC

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At long last, on August 23, 2024, the FCC’s Office of International Affairs announced that major elements of its 2020-2021 changes to the Team Telecom review process for applications involving foreign ownership have gone into...more

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Commerce Issues First-Ever ICTS “Final Determination” Banning Kaspersky Cybersecurity Products

On June 24, 2024, the Commerce Department published a Final Determination under its Information and Communications Technology and Services (ICTS) authorities. The determination prohibits the Russian-controlled cybersecurity...more

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The FCC Seeks Comment on Prohibiting Entities with National Security Concerns from Participating in its Equipment Authorization...

The Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) recently adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“NPRM”) proposing changes to the FCC’s equipment authorization process to promote national security and strengthen the U.S....more

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Tried and Tested: FCC Rulemaking Proposes Heightened Restrictions on Entities Involved in Testing and Authorizing Tech and Telecom...

FCC seeks to protect telecommunications certification bodies, measurement facilities, and the equipment authorization program from national security threats posed by foreign adversaries....more

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FCC’s Net Neutrality Redux: Safeguarding and Securing the Open Internet

On May 7, 2024, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued its latest network neutrality order, Safeguarding and Securing the Open Internet (the "Order"), which was published in the Federal Register on May 22, 2024,...more

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What’s New in Wireless - June 2024

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 Seeks to Strengthen Oversight of the Equipment Authorization Program in the Latest Effort to Safeguard Wireless Supply Chains...

The FCC – in the latest iteration of its expanding role as a regulator in the national security space – recently adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“NPRM”) proposing to fortify the security of the wireless supply chain...more

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FCC Releases Draft NPRM to Secure Equipment Authorization Testing Labs

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On May 1, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) released a draft Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (draft NPRM or Draft) regarding the Commission’s equipment authorization program. The bipartisan proposal –...more

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New White House Policy Previews Increased Cybersecurity Oversight and Regulation

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On April 30, 2024 the White House updated the foundational U.S. government policy that defines critical infrastructure (CI) sectors and establishes a coordination structure within the federal government to support owners and...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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Net Neutrality Is Back, for Now

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With the recent circulation of the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) draft version of its highly anticipated net neutrality order, Promoting a Fast, Open, and Fair Internet (the 2024 Order), Chairwoman Jessica...more

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Court Instructs FCC to Amend Definition of ‘Critical Infrastructure’ in Equipment Authorization Order

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The US government has made efforts to combat national security threats found in technology. Notably, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Congress worked in tandem to create a Covered List of communications...more

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FCC Advances Its Space and Satellite Agenda

Recent actions by the Federal Communications Commission indicate its support for the country’s space-based economy and national security interests. The FCC has adopted rules that allow satellite operators and terrestrial...more

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Federal Government Acts on Connected Vehicle Privacy and National Security Concerns

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Concerns regarding how connected vehicles use and provide access to consumer and automotive data were top of mind across the federal government this week, spurring multiple developments including two new rulemaking...more

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FCC Continues Push to Establish IoT Cyber Trust Mark Program

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On February 22, 2024, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or “Commission”) released a Public Draft of a Report and Order that, if adopted, would establish a voluntary labeling program for Internet of Things (IoT)...more

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[Event] 10th National Conference on CFIUS - April 11th - 12th, Arlington, VA

Hosted by American Conference Institute, the 10th National Conference on CFIUS returns for another exciting year with curated programming that will provide invaluable insights on repositioning your transaction planning amidst...more

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Heading into 2024, Federal AI Activity Ramps Up After AI Executive Order

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2023 has been a big year for AI with the landmark Executive Order for Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (EO) adding to the already busy and dynamic AI landscape. Issued less than two months ago, the EO has...more

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Mandatory Updates for International Section 214 Authorization Holders Due January 22, 2024

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The FCC has announced a January 22, 2024 deadline for all international section 214 authorization holders to provide a one-time update to the FCC’s records regarding their foreign ownership. The FCC’s Office of International...more

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FCC Sets January Deadline for International Section 214 Authorization Holders to Submit Foreign Interest Holder Information

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On December 8, 2023, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) released its anticipated information collection to update the Commission’s records regarding the foreign ownership of international Section 214...more

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FAQs on FCC’s Mandatory Information Collection Requirement for All International Section 214 Carriers – Due January 22, 2024

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On January 22, 2024, all holders of Section 214 authority granted by the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC” or ​“Commission”) to provide international telecommunications services (i.e., common carrier services between...more

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FCC Proposes More Frequent Scrutiny of International Section 214 Authorization Holders; Industry Sternly Objects

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In April, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) proposing to require telecommunications carriers to renew, every 10 years, their international section 214...more

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Approvals Sought at FCC for Experimental Operations

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Every year, thousands of applications are filed with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) by defense contractors and equipment manufacturers seeking approval for experimental wireless operations in support of National...more

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