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,…

Home / Argentina’s National Communications Agency (ENACOM) has announced the allocation of private spectrum for industrial verticals through a new regulatory measure aimed at advancing national telecommunications capabilities. This move enables large companies across key sectors such as mining, agribusiness, oil, and logistics to deploy private 4G/5G networks for internal use. The policy is designed…

Home / On June 26, 2025, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) officially approved and published the updated technical code for Land Mobile Radio (LMR) equipment: MCMC MTSFB TC T012:2025 (Second Revision). This revised standard sets updated technical and compliance requirements for all LMR devices entering the Malaysian market and marks a critical shift…

Home / A new regulation published in Serbia’s Official Gazette No. 76/2025 amends the national Radio Frequency Allocation Plan, impacting how specific frequency bands are managed and allocated across the country. The regulation, which enters into force on September 6, 2025, sets a timeline and funding framework for transferring frequency band control from defense and…

Home / On August 19, 2025, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) released official guidelines for the use of TV White Space (TVWS) the unutilized radio spectrum in the 470 MHz to 694 MHz UHF band, primarily allocated for terrestrial TV broadcasting. These new guidelines provide a structured regulatory framework to govern how this…

Home / On August 15, 2025, Brazil’s National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) launched three new public consultations aimed at updating core regulatory frameworks for the telecommunications sector. The consultations, now open for comment via the Participa Anatel platform until September 29, 2025, address major topics including network roaming, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. Reevaluating Roaming and Network…

Home / India recently hosted its first-ever 3GPP Radio Access Network (RAN) Working Group meetings in Bengaluru, marking a pivotal moment in the global development of 6G standards. These meetings spanning RAN1 through RAN5 officially initiated discussions on 3GPP Release 20, which will form the foundation of future 6G specifications, while also finalizing elements of…

Home / China has officially approved its first mandatory national standard for hazardous substance control in electrical and electronic products. Titled GB 26572-2025: Restriction of the Use of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Products, the standard was issued by the Standardization Administration of China and will take effect on August 1, 2027. Mandatory Limits…

Home / On August 8, 2025, Brazil’s Ministry of Environment and Climate Change published a proposed resolution via the National Environmental Council (Conama) that would restrict the use of certain hazardous substances in electronic equipment marketed within the national territory. The measure aligns with environmental and health protection goals, and public comments are open through…

Home / Singapore has launched a new regulatory standard, SS 715:2025, to promote the deployment of energy-efficient IT equipment in data centres operating in tropical climates. The standard is designed to help operators reduce energy consumption by at least 30%, supporting national sustainability goals and aligning with the country’s broader Green Data Centre Roadmap. Driving…

Home / On August 20, 2025, Brazil’s National Telecommunications Agency (ANATEL) issued Official Letter No. 246/2025, formally revoking the temporary authorization that had allowed certification of equipment operating with Frequency Division Duplex (FDD) technology in Band 2 (1880–1920 MHz). This decision aligns with Brazil’s current spectrum policy, which reserves this frequency range exclusively for Time…

Home / On August 11, 2025, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) published implementation guidelines for Amendment No. 1 to IS 16270:2023 India’s standard covering general requirements and test methods for secondary cells and batteries used in solar photovoltaic applications. This amendment must be implemented by December 8, 2025. Expanded Scope and Technical Updates The…