U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

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.

As part of its ongoing effort to stem the rise in illegal robocalls, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is now exploring options to block robocalls along every point in the call path.

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking to retool its labeling requirements for broadband service offerings to reduce the burden on service providers.

In an effort to advance wireless access across the U.S., the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking comment on its plan to auction additional spectrum in the Upper C-band.

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is taking steps to ban a China-based telecom company from providing international and domestic telecom services to and within the U.S.