Home / The Communications and Media Commission (CMC) of Iraq has issued its first comprehensive regulation governing the use of Short-Range Devices (SRDs) and Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology, effective from September 22, 2025. This regulation is issued under the authority granted by Legislative Order No. 65 of 2004, in accordance with Articles 103, 110, and 130…
Home / As of October 17, 2025, Mexico’s newly formed Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (CRT) is officially operational, following a one-week closure period for the transition. The new authority began work on October 21, with the installation of its Plenary Session and unanimous approval of its operating guidelines. Updates to Mexico’s Certification Process For manufacturers and…
Home / On October 16, 2025, Turkey concluded its national 5G Authorization Tender, formally marking its entry into the 5G era. Overseen by the Information and Communication Technologies Authority (ICTA), the process allocated 11 spectrum packages across the 700 MHz and 3.5 GHz bands. Licenses granted through this tender will remain valid until December 31,…
Home / On October 1, 2025, Brazil’s National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) issued Act No. 14158, introducing updates to the technical requirements for several types of telecommunications equipment. These updates modify Annex I of Act No. 14,448 (2017) and take effect April 6, 2026. The changes align Brazil’s standards with international norms and expand operational conditions…
Home / On October 6, 2025, Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) opened public consultation on a draft Circular and a draft national technical regulation on electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) for terminal and ancillary equipment used in mobile information systems. Consultation is scheduled to close on December 6, 2025. Scope and Technologies Covered The draft…
Home / In October 2025, the Zambia Information and Communications Technology Authority (ZICTA) initiated a public consultation on proposed licensing guidelines for the 71–76 GHz and 81–86 GHz E-Band spectrum. This initiative is aligned with the ICT Act No. 15 of 2009 and reflects ZICTA’s regulatory mandate to allocate and manage spectrum efficiently. The E-Band…
Home / As Brazil advances toward formalizing its Artificial Intelligence (AI) regulatory framework through Bill No. 2,338/2023, discussions are intensifying around how the government should structure its oversight capabilities. Alexandre Freire, a board member of Anatel (National Telecommunications Agency), recently emphasized the importance of balancing central coordination with sectoral expertise in an article titled “AI…
Home / The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has officially confirmed the Radiocommunications (Low Interference Potential Devices) Class Licence 2025, which will replace the expiring 2015 version. The updated instrument will take effect on October 1, 2025, supporting the evolving needs of wireless technology manufacturers and aligning Australia with international frequency arrangements. The revision…
Home / In July 2025, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) released draft regulatory guidelines governing the use of the lower 6 GHz frequency band (5925–6425 MHz). The initiative aims to promote innovation, increase spectrum efficiency, and enable the deployment of next-generation wireless access systems (WAS) and Wi-Fi 6 technology across Nigeria. The guidelines are issued…
Home / The Communications Regulatory Authority (INCM) of Mozambique has opened four concurrent public consultations on proposed revisions to core telecommunications regulations. Stakeholders have until October 17, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. to submit comments via email or in person at INCM headquarters. Strengthening Network Security Frameworks One consultation addresses updates to the Telecommunications Network Security…
Home / Brazil’s National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) has launched Public Consultation No. 36/2025 to revise the technical and operational framework for Limited Aeronautical Mobile Service stations, as originally outlined in Act No. 17,207/2023. The consultation, which closes on October 26, 2025, invites contributions from stakeholders to help align national rules with global spectrum decisions made…
Home / The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has officially authorized the use of the 6 GHz frequency band for license-exempt wireless applications, specifically enabling the deployment of Wi-Fi 7 technology. This decision aligns Pakistan with international spectrum harmonization efforts and reinforces its commitment to adopting advanced digital infrastructure. By opening the 6 GHz band, commonly…
