SAR Testing Update: EN 50566:2017/A2:2025 Strict “Zero-Distance”
CENELEC has officially released Amendment A2 (October 2025) to the product standard EN 50566. This update introduces a pivotal change to SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) evaluation for hand-held and body-worn wireless devices operating between 30 MHz and 6 GHz. The Core Update: 5 mm → 0 mm The most critical revision is the elimination of the […]
Mexico’s Telecom Overhaul: Mandatory Lab Testing
This November, two new mandatory technical dispositions from the Federal Telecommunications Institute (IFETEL) will replace the long-standing “Type B” Homologation process, which relied on expert documentation reviews (perito), with standardized lab testing. This is a shift for manufacturers of low-power and Wi-Fi devices. Accredited Certification Bodies and test labs are now authorized and ready to […]
India’s New Rules for Disposing of Licensed Wireless Equipment
Bringing wireless equipment into India for testing, demonstrations, or trials just got a lot clearer. The Department of Telecommunications’ (DoT) WPC Wing has published guidelines. Your End-of-License Playbook: Know Your Deadline If You Cancel Your License: You have 90 days from the date you submit your cancellation request to dispose of the equipment. If Your License Expires: An automated […]
India’s Digital Fortress: New Cybersecurity Rules
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has unveiled Draft Telecommunications (Telecom Cyber Security) Amendment Rules, aimed at combating cyber threats and fraud, and they carry major implications for anyone manufacturing, selling, or operating services on telecom devices in the country. The New Sheriff in Town: Mobile Number Validation In a direct effort to curb digital fraud, […]
Landmark EU-US Trade Framework Agreement
The US and EU have announced a “Framework on an Agreement on Reciprocal, Fair, and Balanced Trade.” For U.S. manufacturers of telecommunications and radio equipment, a key provision within this agreement is set to dismantle long-standing barriers to the European market, particularly for technologies that require cybersecurity validation. Buried within the sweeping economic pact is […]
Mexico’s Wi-Fi Rules Upgrade: The Countdown to IFT-017-2023
The days of navigating the 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands without a dedicated test standard are numbered. On February 10, 2025, IFETEL published Disposición Técnica IFT-017-2023. This crucial standard for WLAN devices will officially become mandatory starting November 7, 2025. From Expert Opinion to Standardized Testing For years, gaining market access for devices in these higher […]
USA FCC’s Reminder：Is Your Product on the National Security List?
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has issued a reminder to the ICT industry: For any company involved in the design, manufacturing, or certification of communications equipment, this is a red alert that demands your attention. On October 14, 2025, the FCC released a National Security Advisory to reiterate that any equipment or service on […]
Moldova Welcome the CE Mark
On August 28, 2025, the Republic of Moldova amended its Law 235/2011 on accreditation and conformity assessment. Which means Moldova is officially rolling out the welcome mat for the CE mark. This development promises to slash approval times and cut costs for companies who have already undergone conformity assessments in the European Union. Your EU […]
China’s RoHS is Growing Up
China have officially approved a new, mandatory RoHS standard that will have a major impact on the electronics industry. For anyone involved in manufacturing, importing, or selling electrical and electronic products in China. On August 1, 2025, Chinese authorities approved the new national standard GB 26572-2025, titled “Requirements for the restriction of the use of hazardous […]
Mexico IFT is still in operation
The familiar landscape of ICT regulation in Mexico is undergoing a seismic shift. While the Federal Telecommunications Institute (IFT or IFETEL) is still in operation, its days are numbered. A new law is ushering in a completely restructured framework. On July 16, 2025, Mexico enacted the new Federal Telecommunications and Broadcasting Law, setting in motion […]