Home / The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is exploring the use of Automatic Frequency Coordination (AFC) systems to authorize standard-power, outdoor Wi-Fi operations in the 6 GHz band. The move would open the 5925–6585 MHz range to broader wireless deployment while protecting incumbent services, including fixed microwave and satellite links. Currently, Wi-Fi use…

Home / On November 10, 2025, the Certification and Accreditation Administration of the People’s Republic of China (CNCA) released Announcement No. 26 of 2025, introducing seven new industry standards. These standards are part of China’s broader efforts to formalize the validation and evaluation process for domestically produced testing instruments and equipment. All seven standards will…

Home / On October 28, 2025, Mexico published a new update to its Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) with the United States for telecommunications equipment. This agreement enables  both countries to accept each other’s test reports for telecom products, streamlining cross-border trade and certification processes. The latest update reflects Mexico’s continued alignment with the Treaty between…

Home / India’s Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued new national guidelines governing the use, retention, and disposal of wireless equipment acquired under Wireless Operating Licenses (WOL), including Experimental and Demonstration Licenses. Effective from October 15, 2025, the guidelines provide a structured approach for handling wireless equipment once a license is cancelled, expires, or is…

Home / Moldova’s National Agency for Regulation in Electronic Communications and Information Technology (ANRCETI) has taken a major step toward expanding national wireless infrastructure with the formal creation of a Competition Commission. The Commission is tasked with overseeing the competitive licensing process for six significant frequency bands: 700 MHz, 1500 MHz, 2300 MHz, 2600 MHz,…

Home / On October 28, 2025, Brazil’s General Regulation of Telecommunications Services (RGST) officially came into effect, triggering a two-year transition period for migrating authorizations under the Global Mobile Satellite Service (SMGS) to the newly established Personal Mobile Service (SMP) framework. This regulatory shift, led by the National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel), signals the end of…

Home / On October 17, 2025, Belarus implemented significant amendments to its National System for Conformity Attestation (NSPS), as approved in Resolution No. 109 by the State Committee for Standardization. These changes update the regulatory structure for conformity assessment, certification procedures, documentation, and certificate validity requirements. The revised rules replace the term “System” with “NSPS”…

Home / On October 22, 2025, the Regulatory Authority of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania issued Decision No. 1100/2025, formalizing the conditions for using low-power and short-range radio devices. The new decision stems from Article 28 of Law No. 2013-025 on electronic communications, as amended in 2022, and clarifies which devices may operate without requiring…

Home / The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (CRT) of Mexico has officially issued a new framework governing public consultations in the telecommunications and broadcasting sectors. These guidelines, approved unanimously during an extraordinary plenary session on October 23, 2025, aim to ensure that future regulatory proposals are developed through transparent and inclusive stakeholder engagement. Structured and Inclusive…

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,…