U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

The FCC is taking a closer look at why watching major live sports has become harder for many viewers. A new inquiry explores shifting broadcast technologies, rights deals, and whether current practices are keeping fans—and crucial public‑interest information—off the screen.

The FCC is moving to revoke recognition of several testing laboratories it says are tied to prohibited Chinese government entities. The action follows earlier Notices of Intent and targets labs reportedly overseen by China’s State‑owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission (SASAC).

The FCC has ruled that power companies cannot charge cable and telecom providers the full cost of pole replacements needed for new attachments. The decision, issued after Comcast filed a complaint against Appalachian Power Company, confirms that providers are only responsible for incremental costs tied to installing stronger or taller poles—supporting broader broadband deployment efforts.

The FCC has released its latest PIRATE Act enforcement report, detailing millions in penalties, new forfeiture orders, and actions against property owners connected to illegal radio broadcasts. The Commission says additional enforcement measures are expected as monitoring continues into FY 2026.

The FCC is preparing to exempt amateur radio operators from foreign adversary reporting requirements, following ARRL advocacy. The ruling recognizes that amateur licensees do not provide public communications services, minimizing national‑security risk and simplifying compliance for the U.S. amateur radio community.

The FCC has approved expanded unlicensed use of the 6GHz band, opening the door for new high‑power geofenced variable power (GVP) devices. The ruling supports next‑generation Wi‑Fi performance, AR/VR applications, automation, and short‑range hotspots while protecting licensed services from interference.

The FCC is creating a new device category that will supercharge Wi-Fi and unlock outdoor AR/VR applications. Geofenced variable power devices operate at higher power levels in the 6GHz band—overcoming current limitations and enabling next-generation wireless innovation.

The FCC just voided Verizon's 60-day handset unlocking requirement after discovering a fraud problem: stolen devices ending up on international black markets and facilitating criminal enterprises. The new rules align Verizon with industry standards.

Good news for phone users: the FCC's annual robocall report shows complaints plummeting as enforcement intensifies. With 906,622 complaints over five years—down from 1.35 million previously—the agency's crackdown on illegal calls is clearly working.

The FCC has reversed a January ruling that would have held telecom carriers legally accountable for cybersecurity protocols, sparking internal dissent. Commissioner Anna Gomez warned the reversal "leaves the country less secure" amid rising threats, while the Commission cited other recent security initiatives.