Federal Communications Commission
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- 2026-05-13 regulatory FCC approves AT&T and Starlink's acquisition of EchoStar spectrum licenses. source
- 2026-05-12 regulatory The FCC extended waivers for router security updates until 2029. source
- 2026-05-12 regulatory The Trump administration is reportedly considering a ban on Chinese cellular modules as part of an expanded FCC crackdown. source
- 2026-05-09 regulatory The FCC extended a waiver allowing software updates for certain foreign-made drones and routers until 2029. source
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FCC approves AT&T, Starlink spectrum deal, angering small carriers
The FCC has approved a deal allowing AT&T and Starlink to acquire spectrum licenses from EchoStar. This decision has drawn criticism from smaller carriers, who argue it unfairly benefits larger companies. The approval f…
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FCC extends router security update waivers to 2029
The FCC has extended waivers for router security updates until 2029, reversing an earlier ban that threatened to leave millions of devices vulnerable. This decision comes after realizing the original ban would prevent n…
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US eyes ban on Chinese cellular modules, impacting IoT supply chain
The Trump administration is reportedly considering a ban on Chinese-made cellular modules, a move that could significantly disrupt the global supply chain for connected devices. This potential restriction, part of an ex…
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Trump Mobile phone deposits may not guarantee device production
Trump Mobile has updated its terms to suggest the gold Trump phone may not be produced, a year after taking $100 deposits from customers. The company's fine print now states that a deposit only offers a conditional oppo…
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US extends critical updates for banned drones and routers until 2029
The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will allow critical software and firmware updates for banned foreign-made drones and routers until January 1, 2029. This extension, which pushes the deadline back by approx…
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FCC extends software update waiver for foreign drones and routers until 2029
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has extended a temporary waiver, allowing certain foreign-made drones and routers already authorized for use in the U.S. to continue receiving software and firmware updates un…
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FCC proposes stricter KYC rules to combat illegal robocalls
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is implementing new measures to combat illegal robocalls. These measures include more rigorous Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements for telecommunication service providers. T…
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FCC bans Chinese labs from certifying US-bound electronics over security
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has voted to prohibit Chinese laboratories from certifying electronics intended for sale in the United States. This decision stems from national security concerns and is …
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FCC moves to ban Chinese labs from certifying US-bound electronics
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has voted to advance a proposal that would ban all Chinese and Hong Kong-based laboratories from certifying electronics for sale in the U.S. This move is driven by national se…
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DJI teases dual-camera Osmo Pocket 4P gimbal with advanced features
DJI has teased its upcoming Osmo Pocket 4P gimbal, which will feature a dual-camera system for wide and portrait shots. This new model is designed for advanced creators and is expected to offer flexible focal lengths, a…
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Yann LeCun shares political commentary on X
Yann LeCun shared a retweet from Jessica B. Riedl that lists several political events, including the indictment of Comey for tweeting a number and the Trump FCC threatening ABC's broadcast license. The retweet also ment…
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RT Republicans against Trump: Trump’s FCC chair, Brendan Carr, says he plans to punish and potentially revoke broadcast licenses for TV networks crit...
Yann LeCun shared a post from Brendan Carr, who stated his intention to revoke broadcast licenses for TV networks critical of the Trump administration. LeCun characterized this action as fascism and "cancel culture on s…
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Trump administration escalates retribution campaign against MAGA foes
The Trump administration has intensified its campaign against perceived political adversaries. This includes indicting David Morens, a former advisor to Anthony Fauci, on charges related to evading public records laws a…
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ABC and Disney challenge FCC's content control attempts, citing First Amendment
ABC and its owner Disney are challenging the FCC's actions, alleging violations of their First Amendment rights. The media companies claim that recent policy shifts by the FCC are chilling free speech. This legal battle…
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FCC launches unprecedented review of ABC broadcast licenses over DEI policies
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has initiated an unprecedented review of ABC's broadcast licenses, citing potential violations of rules against unlawful discrimination related to the network's diversity, equ…
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Former FCC staffers urge court to repeal news distortion policy
Former FCC staffers are calling for a federal appeals court to compel a vote on the FCC's news distortion policy. They argue that the policy, which they believe has been misused, should be repealed. This action is part …
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Paramount seeks FCC approval for Middle Eastern sovereign wealth fund stake
Paramount Global is seeking approval from the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to allow Middle Eastern sovereign wealth funds to acquire a significant stake in the company. This move is part of a larger $81 …
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US clarifies foreign router ban to include mobile hotspots, sparking industry criticism
The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has expanded its ban on foreign-made consumer routers to include mobile hotspots and 5G cellular routers. This clarification, following an initial ban announced last month,…
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Trump administration misses AI regulation deadlines, raising doubts on federal oversight
President Trump's administration has missed key deadlines for implementing its executive order on state AI regulation. Agencies like the FTC and Commerce Department were expected to provide guidance on consumer protecti…
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Judge halts $6.2B Nexstar-Tegna merger, citing consumer price hikes
A U.S. district judge has ordered Nexstar and Tegna to halt their $6.2 billion merger, which had already closed last month. The judge's preliminary injunction, siding with DirecTV, cited concerns that the consolidation …