United States: FCC Adopts New Test Lab Rules
On October 29, 2026, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted new FCC Test Lab Rules that will reshape electronic device testing for the U.S. market. The Commission approved the Third Report and Order and Third Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FCC 26-73) through a unanimous 3–0 vote. The decision introduces new location requirements for testing […]
United States: FCC Proposes UWB Rule Changes
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has launched a major UWB regulatory update in the United States. The agency aims to modernize its rules for unlicensed Ultra-Wideband (UWB) devices. The FCC published its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) in the Federal Register on November 2, 2026. This proceeding, ET Docket No. 26-245, marks the first comprehensive […]
United States: FCC Covered List Enforcement Begins
The FCC Covered List requirements have entered a new enforcement stage in the United States. On October 22, 2026, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced that its Office of Engineering and Technology (OET) had prevented two devices—a dashboard camera and a wireless video transmitter—from being marketed or sold in the country. According to the FCC, […]
United States FCC Allocation Expanded for 3.7 GHz Band
Overview of 3.7 GHz Band Allocation Official United States FCC allocation rules under 47 CFR Part 27 now expand the 3.7 GHz Service band. Specifically, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) expanded this spectrum from 3700–3980 MHz to 3700–4140 MHz. As a result, this update changes device testing and equipment approval timelines. Additionally, it updates network […]
United States FCC Updates Certification Guidance
Regulatory Scope of FCC Certification Pre-Approval Guidance On September 30, 2026, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Laboratory Division published KDB Publication 388624 D02 v18r09. This official document replaces version v18r08 immediately. Consequently, Telecommunication Certification Bodies (TCBs) must follow these revised rules prior to issuing product grants. Compliance engineering teams need to understand how these updates […]
United States UWB Rules Update
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has launched a significant UWB rules update aimed at modernizing the regulatory framework for unlicensed Ultra-Wideband technologies in the United States. On September 30, 2026, the FCC adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), identified as FCC 26-66 / ET Docket No. 26-245. The proposal reviews rules originally established in […]
United States: FCC Supply Chain Rules
The FCC supply chain rules introduce new considerations for manufacturers preparing equipment for the United States market. From component sourcing to online listings, the measures address how companies obtain equipment authorization and market their products. On September 11, 2026, the Federal Communications Commission published its Final Rule, “Protecting Against National Security Threats to the Communications […]
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 […]
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 […]
United States FCC Router Restrictions Update
The latest FCC router restrictions mark a significant shift in U.S. regulatory policy affecting market access for networking equipment. Announced on March 23, 2026, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has expanded its Covered List to include routers produced outside the United States. This development introduces new compliance challenges while also offering a temporary pathway for […]