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FCC wants to fine wireless carrier Truphone for ties to Russian oligarchs
The agency says the Montana company broke FCC disclosure rules on foreign investors.
FCC says Russia’s Kaspersky Lab is a national security threat
On Friday, the FCC added Russia’s Kaspersky Lab to its “Covered List,” labeling the cybersecurity firm an “unacceptable” national security risk to the US.
Senate committee advances FCC nominee Gigi Sohn
The nomination of Alvaro Bedoya to the FTC will also move to a full Senate vote.
FCC to probe domestic Russian-owned media and telecom companies
It would reportedly focus especially on companies deemed a “security risk” to the United States.
US carriers ask the FCC for $5.6 billion to replace Huawei and ZTE equipment
The price of removing Chinese equipment from American wireless networks is likely to cost more than the government anticipated.
FCC proposal would prevent spam callers from leaving ringless voicemails on your cellphone
The Federal Communications Commission could soon make it more difficult for telemarketers to leave ringless voicemails on your cellphone.
FCC seeks to reduce rural broadband funding waste with new accountability program
The announcement of the Rural Broadband Accountability Plan comes after the FCC said last year it was taking steps to “clean up” the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund.
Federal appeals court upholds California net neutrality law
A federal appeals court voted unanimously on Friday to uphold California’s SB-822 net neutrality law.
FCC proposes mandatory labels that clearly explain broadband services
The FCC has proposed mandatory broadband labels that would make it easier to shop ISPs based on caps, speeds and more.
FCC proposes stricter requirements for reporting data breaches
The FCC chair has shared tougher data breach reporting requirements that would include disclosing accidental breaches.
AT&T and Verizon settle FCC 911 outage investigations
Along with CenturyLink and Intrado, they'll pay a combined settlement of over $6 million.
FCC aims to make emergency alerts more accessible for the hard of hearing
An FCC proposal would make the Emergency Alert System more accessible to people with hearing issues.
Senate confirms Jessica Rosenworcel as first female FCC chair
The Senate has confirmed Jessica Rosenworcel as the FCC's first permanent female chair.
AT&T, Verizon offer to limit 5G power over aircraft safety concerns
It's a rare move for two carriers with a lot invested in their respective C-band rollouts.
T-Mobile will pay $19.5 million settlement for 12-hour 911 outage (updated)
T-Mobile is settling with the FCC for $19.5 million over a 12-hour outage that led to 911 call failures in 2020.
FCC approves texting to 988 to contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
In late October, FCC chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel proposed expanding the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline to accept text messages via the 988 three-digit dialing code. On Thursday, the full four-member board voted to enact it.
Biden signs law blocking Huawei and ZTE from receiving FCC licenses
US President Joe Biden has signed into law the Secure Equipment Act that blocks companies like Huawei and ZTE from receiving network licenses.
Boeing gets FCC approval for a satellite broadband network
Boeing has received FCC approval for a satellite broadband network that could complete with rivals like Amazon and SpaceX.
FCC proposes text support for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
An FCC proposal would let people text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline when calling isn't an option.
FCC revokes China Telecom's ability to offer services in the US
Citing national security concerns, the FCC voted unanimously to stop China Telecom Americas from operating in the US.

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