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U.S. FCC and ARRL Sign MoU on Volunteer Monitors Program

ARRL, the National Association for Amateur Radio, and the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) designed to enlist amateur radio operators in the monitorin... Read More...

Author Warns of Wireless Power Transmission Interference

At least one technical expert has raised concerns regarding the potential of WPT systems to interfere with radio communications, including amateur radio operations.

FCC, Amateur Radio Operator Settle Over Intentional Interference

The FCC and a Pennsylvania-based amateur radio operator have reached a settlement in connection with a 2015 Forfeiture Order issued against the operator for intentional interference with radio communications.

HeyPhone Used in Thai Cave

Some technology may get old, but leave it to radio amateurs to develop important new uses for near-obsolete devices. The ARRL reports that the use of low-frequency radio equipment developed nearly two decade... Read More...

Domain “.Radio” Now Available

If you’re getting bored with the usual litany of top-level internet domain names, it’s time to celebrate. According to a recent news item posted on the website of the ARRL, the European Broadcast Union will ... Read More...

FCC Files Court Complaint to Recover Unpaid Fine

The U.S. government has reportedly filed a complaint in a U.S. Federal District Court to obtain an $11,500 fine imposed by the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) against a Pennsylvania man whose broad... Read More...

Cuba Updates Amateur Radio Regulations

The ARRL reports that the Cuban Ministry of Communications has adopted a new regulatory scheme applicable to amateur radio operation in that country. According to an ARRL press release issued in late March, ... Read More...

FCC Approves New Emergency Alert System ‘Event Codes’ For 2017 Hurricane Season

The FCC is already preparing for the 2017 hurricane season by adding three new event codes to its Emergency Alert System. According to a posting on the ARRL website, the codes cover a range of potentially ha... Read More...

FCC Seeking Comment on Vanity Call Sign Rule Changes

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is inviting comments on proposed changes to its regulations regarding the assignment of vanity call signs for amateur radio operators. According to the ARRL, ... Read More...

Amateur Radio Parity Act Passes U.S. House of Representatives

Efforts by the amateur radio communities to lift restrictions on the installation of antennas in deed-restricted home owner associations have moved one step closer to reality with the recent passage in the U.S.... Read More...

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