Australia Strengthens Digital Security with【Cyber Security Act 2024】

Australia’s Cyber Security Act 2024, enacted on November 29, 2024, establishes a robust framework to address emerging cybersecurity challenges and enhance national resilience. Key Provisions Minimum Cybersecurity Standards: All smart devices sold in Australia must meet mandatory security standards, ensuring safer consumer technologies. Ransom Payment Reporting: Businesses are required to report ransomware payments within 72 […]

FCC Updates Hearing Aid Compatibility Rules for Wireless Handsets

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has issued a correction to its Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) Rule for Wireless Handsets, initially published as a Final Rule on November 13, 2024. This update addresses minor inconsistencies and date corrections in section 20.19 of the FCC regulations, which govern hearing-aid compatibility for wireless devices. Key Revisions The correction, […]

EU Proposes Updates to SRD Frequency Band Conditions

The European Commission published a Draft Commission Implementing Decision aimed at updating the harmonized technical conditions for Short-Range Devices (SRDs) operating within the 874-876 MHz and 915-921 MHz frequency bands. This initiative seeks to align spectrum usage with advancing technologies and evolving market demands. Public comments on the draft are invited until January 11, 2025. […]

USA Adopt ‘C-V2X’ Auto Safety Spectrum Rules

USA Adopt ‘C-V2X’ Auto Safety Spectrum Rules The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has officially adopted rules for Cellular-Vehicle-to-Everything (C-V2X) technology. This advanced communication technology will now be deployed in the 5.9 GHz frequency band, supporting Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) What is C-V2X? C-V2X technology facilitates real-time communication between vehicles, roadside infrastructure, and road users such […]

Egypt’s Spectrum Update: WiFi 6E and 5G Expansion

Egypt’s National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) has introduced few regulatory updates aimed at advancing the country’s telecommunications infrastructure. These changes, which include spectrum allocation for WiFi 6E and adjustments to 5G licensing. New Allocations for WiFi 6E in the 6 GHz Band The NTRA has approved the use of 6GHz RLAN devices within the 5925–6425 […]

Ukraine Launch 5G Pilot Project

Ukraine has officially adopted amendments to Resolution No. 1340, paving the way for a pilot 5G project in its first city. This initiative aims to introduce cutting-edge communication technologies, align Ukrainian legislation with EU standards, and eventually enable a nationwide 5G rollout as part of the country’s telecom strategy through 2030. The Roadmap for 5G […]

UK Ofcom Opens Consultation on Spectrum Trading Regulation

The Office of Communications (Ofcom) in the UK launched a public consultation aimed at amending the Wireless Telegraphy (Spectrum Trading and Register) Regulations 2012. This consultation will remain open until January 23, 2025, and invites comments from stakeholders and the public regarding proposed changes to spectrum trading practices. What’s the Consultation About? The consultation document, […]

India Launches Mandatory 5G Security Certification

India is bolster the security of its telecommunications infrastructure with the implementation of the Mandatory Security Certification (MSC) for the Session Management Function (SMF) of the 5G Core network. The National Center for Communication Security (NCCS) has announced that, effective January 1, 2025, this certification will become mandatory. What is the Session Management Function (SMF)? […]

Singapore Launches Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme for Medical Devices

Singapore is taking a major step forward in healthcare cybersecurity with the introduction of the Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme for Medical Devices (CLS-MD). This initiative, developed by the Cyber Security Agency (CSA), Ministry of Health (MOH), Health Sciences Authority (HSA), and Synapxe, is a voluntary scheme aimed at classifying medical devices by their cybersecurity safeguards. This […]