U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

FCC Takes Action Against Unlawful Drones

The FCC moves to revoke equipment authorizations for a drone maker accused of falsely claiming where its uncrewed aircraft are actually built, after the company failed to respond to the agency's requests for documentation, a case that could reshape how regulators verify country-of-origin claims for connected devices.

FCC Makes Broadband Label Requirements More Consumer-Friendly

The FCC overhauls its broadband label requirements, aiming to make monthly costs and service details easier for consumers to compare across providers. Find out how the updated rules change what internet service providers must disclose, and the added flexibility they now have in explaining it.

FCC Hails Accomplishments Under Its “Build America Agenda”

The FCC details a sweeping set of rule changes meant to speed up broadband build-outs, streamline wireless approvals, and strengthen national security protections. See the full list of accomplishments the agency is touting under its Build America Agenda, and what it could mean for providers and consumers alike.

FCC Plans Auction of Prime Mid-Band Spectrum

The FCC is gearing up to auction 160 megahertz of upper C-band spectrum, with a July 22nd vote poised to reshape the wireless landscape. Learn how the proposed “super-band” could impact next-generation connectivity and what it means for companies operating in this space.

FCC Proposes Fines for Unauthorized Radio Broadcasting

Two Bronx radio operators face steep FCC fines after field agents track down illegal broadcasts using social media posts and audio-matching techniques. Learn how the Commission built its case and what unauthorized broadcasters risk going forward.
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FCC Ends Successful Wireless Spectrum Auction

The FCC wraps up a major spectrum auction with billions in winning bids, opening new mid-band wireless capacity and setting the stage for an even bigger auction ahead. See what the results mean for spectrum availability and the industry's next regulatory milestone.

FCC Removes “Toy Drones” From Its Covered List

The FCC clears toy drones for U.S. sale following a national security review, but only those meeting strict new criteria qualify. Find out what weight and range limits determine which drones make the cut, and which stay banned.

FCC Withdraws Recognition of Testing Lab Filing False Test Results

The FCC has stripped a China-based testing lab of its authorization after uncovering a pattern of copy-pasted data across dozens of equipment filings. The action is part of a broader federal push against labs tied to foreign adversaries — raising fresh questions about certification reliability industry-wide.

FCC Launches New Spectrum Auction

The FCC has reopened spectrum bidding for the first time in years, putting 5G-grade frequencies across major metro markets back in play. The licenses were left unsold from a previous round — and renewed demand could shift the competitive landscape for wireless providers nationwide.

FCC Approves New Source for Verifying E911 Location Accuracy

The FCC has approved T-Mobile's request to incorporate data from the EU's Galileo satellite navigation system into its E911 emergency location services — a move the Commission says will improve emergency response and save lives without increasing device interference risks.
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