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India: Digital Satellite TV Receiver Certification Requirements Finalized

Home / The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), in collaboration with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), has issued revised implementation guidelines for IS 18112, a specification concerning digital television receivers for satellite broadcast transmission. Effective October 26, 2025, compliance with IS 18112 will become mandatory for all television models covered under India’s…

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Argentina: Regulated Plan Aims for Nationwide Fiber and 5G Coverage

Home / Argentina’s National Communications Agency (ENACOM) is driving a comprehensive initiative under the National Connectivity Plan to expand fiber optic and 5G network infrastructure. The plan aims to ensure efficient and measurable connectivity across the entire national territory. Regulatory Framework The program directly targets homes, schools, hospitals, and businesses with the goals of reducing…

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India: TRAI Issues Framework for Spectrum Assignment for Satellite Communication Services

Home / On May 9, 2025, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) issued a recommendations paper on spectrum assignment for certain satellite-based commercial communication services. The recommendations follow the enactment of the Telecommunications Act, 2023, which defines spectrum assignment processes and emphasizes administrative allocation for select services. Under Section 4 of the Act, spectrum…

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Brazil: Anatel Proposes 6 GHz Spectrum Split for Wi‑Fi and 6G

Home / On July 9, 2025, Anatel’s Superintendent of Grants and Spectrum Resources, Vinicius Caram, participated in a public hearing before Brazil’s Chamber Committee on Science, Technology and Innovation. The discussions focused on how to allocate the 6 GHz band between unlicensed Wi‑Fi services and licensed mobile (6G) networks Proposed Spectrum Allocation Anatel’s preferred allocation model…

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Israel: Countdown Begins on 2G and 3G Network Sunset

Home / Israel’s Ministry of Communications has officially announced that all 2G and 3G cellular networks in the country will be deactivated starting January 1, 2026. This policy marks a significant regulatory shift, aiming to streamline national telecom infrastructure and support the adoption of modern wireless technologies like 4G and 5G. Transition Oversight and Compliance…