Brazil – ANATEL Certifica Portal Mandatory from August 31, 2026
Brazil’s National Telecommunications Agency (ANATEL) is transitioning product certification processes to the new Certifica portal. The new platform will replace the current SCH Mosaico system. According to a communication issued by ANATEL, Certifica will become mandatory from August 31, 2026. Therefore, companies involved in ANATEL product certification must verify their representation arrangements before the transition. […]
Dominican Republic Telecom Reform Proposal
The Dominican telecom reform is moving into an important early stage as the Dominican Republic considers a broad modernization of its telecommunications framework. On August 14, 2026, the Instituto Dominicano de las Telecomunicaciones (INDOTEL) presented the proposed Ley General de Telecomunicaciones, Infraestructura Digital y Conectividad, intended to update the legal structure currently based on Law […]
United States: New FCC Covered List Updates
Foreign Origin Restrictions in FCC Covered List Updates The 2026 regulatory updates mark a fundamental pivot in the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) methodology for securing the U.S. telecommunications supply chain. Historically, compliance efforts relied on “entity-based” blacklisting targeting specific corporate actors like Huawei and ZTE. However, under the 2026 updates to the Covered List, authorized […]
Brazil 6 GHz Rules: ANATEL Restricts Wi-Fi Use
Brazil has introduced an important change to the regulatory treatment of wireless broadband local area network systems operating in the 6 GHz band. Through Acórdão nº 203 and Ato nº 10.400, ANATEL approved new Brazil 6 GHz requirements that restrict qualifying WAS/RLAN equipment to the 5.925–6.425 MHz sub-band. The decision directly affects the technical framework […]
United States: FCC D2D Draft Proposal
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has circulated a draft Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) under ET Docket No. 26-169. The draft explores a potential framework that could allow certain Part 15 devices to communicate directly with satellites. Importantly, the FCC D2D draft is not a final rule, has not taken effect, and does not […]
Costa Rica AFC Homologation Rules for 6 GHz
Costa Rica has introduced a mandatory homologation process for Standard Power devices that use Automated Frequency Coordination systems in the 6 GHz band. Resolution RCS-138-2026 sets the Costa Rica AFC Homologation requirements for equipment operating from 5925 MHz to 7125 MHz. SUTEL requires manufacturers and applicants to complete this process before using the equipment under […]
Colombia 440–470 MHz Spectrum Consultation
Colombia 440–470 MHz spectrum planning is under review after the National Spectrum Agency (ANE) opened a public consultation on the future use of the band, commonly referred to as the 450 MHz band. The initiative examines current spectrum use, effective channel availability, technical coexistence conditions, and possible alternatives to improve spectrum efficiency. Importantly, ANE has […]
Canada Updates RSS-Gen and RSS-310 Standards
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) has updated two complementary Radio Standards Specifications that support the technical compliance framework for radio apparatus in Canada. The Canada RSS standards update affects RSS-Gen and RSS-310, introducing changes related to testing, labelling, certification, equipment modifications and Category II licence-exempt devices. RSS-Gen establishes the general technical requirements, measurement […]
New Zealand LoRaWAN GURL Compliance Reminder
New Zealand’s Radio Spectrum Management (RSM) has issued a LoRaWAN GURL compliance reminder for LoRaWAN devices. The notice does not introduce new rules. It does not change technical limits or licensing obligations. Instead, RSM is reminding manufacturers, suppliers, integrators, and operators about existing requirements. LoRaWAN equipment must comply with the General User Radio Licence for […]
United Kingdom Upper 6 GHz Framework
The United Kingdom is preparing for an important change in the use of the Upper 6 GHz band. On 20 July 2026, Ofcom published its final decisions for the 6425–7125 MHz range. The new framework expands opportunities for Wi-Fi. At the same time, it preserves spectrum for future mobile services. However, manufacturers cannot activate the […]