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Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

ALERT: Delete, Delete, Delete—FCC Calls for Comment on Which Rules Should be Eliminated

On March 12th, 2025, the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) issued a Public Notice (“Notice”) seeking comment on which FCC rules should be repealed or modified to alleviate “unnecessary regulatory burdens” and enhance...more

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FCC Announces New National Security Unit Focusing on State-Sponsored Cyber Threats

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On March 13, 2025, the Federal Communications Commission’s (“FCC”) Chairman Brendan Carr announced the creation of a Council on National Security (the “Council”) with Adam Chan serving as the Director. This new Council will...more

Morgan Lewis

Powering the Future of Data: Infrastructure, Capacity, and Connectivity Considerations

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The demand for data centers, both in the United States and abroad, has been accelerating at an unprecedented pace, driven largely by the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) and other digital applications....more

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

Space Law, Regulation and Policy Update | January 10, 2025

Good Afternoon! It was quite the holiday season for space: the FCC rounded out the year with a great gift, allocating additional spectrum for commercial launch and reentry vessels, and the Parker Solar Probe’s record-breaking...more

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

Critical Information and Communications Technology Service Providers Under DORA

The EU Digital Operational Resilience Act introduces a regulatory oversight framework for information and communications technology service providers that are considered “critical” for financial entities within the EU. ...more

White & Case LLP

AI Watch: Global regulatory tracker - Czech Republic

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The successful implementation of the EU AI Act into national law is the primary focus for the Czech Republic, with its National AI Strategy being the main policy document. Laws/Regulations directly regulating AI (the “AI...more

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New Wave of Arizona Privacy Litigation Regarding Tracking Pixels

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Plaintiffs’ counsel have developed a new weapon in their arsenal for privacy litigation involving tracking pixels:  Arizona’s “Telephone, Utility and Communication Service Records Law,” A.R.S. § 44-1376 et seq....more

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FCC Declares Authority and Intent to Regulate AI-Generated Calls under the TCPA

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On February 8, the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC” or “Commission”) unanimously adopted a Declaratory Ruling (“Ruling”) stating that calls made with AI-generated voices are “artificial” under the Telephone Consumer...more

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An Overview of FCC Media Initiatives with a Five-Member Commission

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Gomez, Carr, and Starks Confirmations - After functioning for nearly two years without a full Commission, the FCC welcomed its fifth Commissioner in September 2023 when Anna Gomez was confirmed by the Senate. Gigi Sohn...more

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ACMA: Misinformation and Disinformation Bill

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What Is the Background to the Misinformation and Disinformation Bill?  Currently, an exposure draft for public comment, the Communications Legislation Amendment (Combatting Misinformation and Disinformation) Bill 2023 (Cth)...more

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Bipartisan Coalition Targets Billion-Dollar Illegal Telemarketing Industry

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A bipartisan coalition of Attorneys General (AGs) representing each state and Washington D.C. joined forces with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ). They have announced their unified...more

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Mississippi AG Sues Two Companies for Placing Nearly 1,000 Illegal Robocalls to Mississippi Residents

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As a result of legislation passed this month, Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch filed lawsuits against two companies, The Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation and NaturaLawn of America, for allegedly violating the...more

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New FCC Requirements for Prerecorded Voice Calls Effective July 20: Is Your Company Prepared to Comply?

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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently amended requirements concerning artificial or prerecorded voice calls, effective July 20. See Proposed 47 C.F.R. § 64.1200. Notably, the FCC amended requirements concerning...more

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FCC Proposes Rules for Ongoing Review of International Section 214 Authorizations

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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) plans to exercise more regulatory oversight over entities that have the authority to provide communications between the United States and foreign countries....more

Latham & Watkins LLP

FCC Aims to Expand Oversight of Foreign Ownership Interests in International Section 214 Authorization Holders

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Potential rule changes could expand the scope of the disclosure and reporting obligations for FCC-regulated businesses. On April 25, 2023, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released an Order and Notice of...more

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Biden Administration Seeks Comment on How To Improve AI Accountability

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The recent dramatic growth of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies continues to be a focus of the Biden administration. The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), a federal agency within the...more

K&L Gates LLP

European Commission Launches Exploratory Consultation on the Future of the Electronic Communications Sector and its Infrastructure

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On 23 February 2023, the European Commission (Commission) launched an exploratory consultation on the future of the Electronic Communications sector and its infrastructure. Electronic communications services are provided, in...more

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“Name and Shame” powers of the DGCCRF have been reinforced.

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A Decree published on 30 December 2022 and entered into force on 31 December 2022 has enhanced and broadened the “Name and Shame” powers of the French Directorate General in charge of Competition, Consumer Affairs and Fraud...more

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The Technology, Media and Telecommunications Review, 13th Edition - UK

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This 13th edition of The Technology, Media and Telecommunications Review provides updated overviews of legal and policy constructs and developments in the TMT arena across 18 jurisdictions around the world. As in years past,...more

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The Technology, Media and Telecommunications Review, 13th Edition - Japan

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This 13th edition of The Technology, Media and Telecommunications Review provides updated overviews of legal and policy constructs and developments in the TMT arena across 18 jurisdictions around the world. As in years past,...more

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The Technology, Media and Telecommunications Review, 13th Edition - France

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This 13th edition of The Technology, Media and Telecommunications Review provides updated overviews of legal and policy constructs and developments in the TMT arena across 18 jurisdictions around the world. As in years past,...more

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The Technology, Media and Telecommunications Review, 13th Edition - Germany

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This 13th edition of The Technology, Media and Telecommunications Review provides updated overviews of legal and policy constructs and developments in the TMT arena across 18 jurisdictions around the world. As in years past,...more

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The Technology, Media and Telecommunications Review, 13th Edition - Saudi Arabia

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This 13th edition of The Technology, Media and Telecommunications Review provides updated overviews of legal and policy constructs and developments in the TMT arena across 18 jurisdictions around the world. As in years past,...more

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The Technology, Media and Telecommunications Review, 13th Edition - US

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This 13th edition of The Technology, Media and Telecommunications Review provides updated overviews of legal and policy constructs and developments in the TMT arena across 18 jurisdictions around the world. As in years past,...more

Stinson - Government Contracting Matters

Continuing Developments on the Supply Chain Front

Recent weeks have brought news on multiple fronts regarding supply chain risks and actions in response thereto: Commerce ICTS Regulations to Go Into Effect; Chinese ICTS Companies, Products and Services in the...more

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