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…
Home / The Regulatory Authority of Bermuda (RA) has issued a renewed compliance notice for all Electronic Communications (EC) Sectoral Providers, importers, and resellers of radiofrequency (RF) equipment. This reminder reinforces the obligations under Section 50 of the Electronic Communications Act 2011, which requires mandatory Type Approval for all end-user radio apparatus prior to importation,…
Home / The National Telecom Regulatory Authority (NTRA) of Egypt has officially announced that it will suspend the type approval and import authorization of 3G-only mobile communication devices starting October 1, 2025. This regulatory change reflects a nationwide shift toward higher-generation mobile technologies and aligns with Egypt’s long-term digital infrastructure goals. New Restriction on Shipments…
Home / The Communications and Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA) has signed an agreement with Future Integrated Technologies to launch the Automated Spectrum Monitoring and Analysis System. This initiative marks a significant step in modernizing spectrum management in Kuwait. The system is designed to enhance national oversight of the radio frequency spectrum, strengthen enforcement efforts,…
Home / The National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) has announced that, effective November 26, 2025, telecommunications service providers in Brazil must comply with mandatory cybersecurity audits for certain telecom products and equipment. This new requirement stems from Act No. 16417, issued in November 2024, and is intended to enhance the cybersecurity posture of telecommunications infrastructure across…
Home / The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) of the Philippines has issued a new regulatory framework mandating the phased decommissioning of all 3G mobile services by the end of 2026. This move aims to reallocate spectrum resources for more efficient technologies such as 4G, 5G, and future 6G networks, aligning with the government’s digital inclusion…
Home / On August 13, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine adopted Resolution No. 976, approving extensive amendments to the national Plan for the Allocation and Use of the Radio Frequency Spectrum. The updated plan introduces new frequency bands for advanced technologies and revises existing usage rules to facilitate digital transformation, support international harmonization,…
Home / On August 15, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan approved a Technical Regulation aimed at restricting the use of hazardous substances in electrical and radioelectronic products. This move supports the implementation of Presidential Resolution No. PP-91, which establishes the Agency for Technical Regulation of Uzbekistan and sets unified safety…
Home / As of September 1, 2025, New Zealand’s Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (MBIE) has implemented an updated Radiocommunications Regulations (Radio Standards) Notice 2025. This marks a significant advancement in aligning national radio product compliance with modern technology and international standards. The revised notice replaces the 2023 version and introduces an expanded and…
Home / The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has officially authorized the certification of three specific International Mobile Telecommunications (IMT) bands, each with clearly defined usage conditions and technical compliance requirements. This marks a focused effort to regulate spectrum access for private networks and railway communication services. Authorized IMT Bands and Usage Conditions The…
Home / India’s Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has announced the adoption of IS 16242 (Part 1):2025/IEC 62040-1:2017, which will supersede the current IS 16242 (Part 1):2014/IEC 62040-1:2008. The revised standard, aligned with IEC 62040-1:2017, introduces updated safety requirements for uninterruptible power systems (UPS) and mandates full implementation by 19 November 2025. After this date,…
