FCC
Rosenworcel and Carr Circulate Proposal to Ban Covered Entity Labs from FCC Certification Program
The agency will vote to take comment on the proposel at its May 23 meeting.
Cybersecurity
The practice of protecting networks, devices, and data from unauthorized access, cyberattacks, or criminal activity. In today’s technological world, where much of one’s life is stored on digital devices, strong cybersecurity is essential.
Infrastructure
D.C. Circuit Says FCC Must Refine Definition of 'Critical Infrastructure'
The ruling won't affect 'rip and replace' targets Huawei and ZTE.
Briefs
AT&T Investigating Internal Data Leak Affecting 73 Million
AT&T issued statement on data breach which affected 73 million current and former customers.
Cyber Trust Mark.
FCC Approves Cyber Trust Mark Program
The voluntary certification will be based on NIST cybersecurity standards.
Connectivity Standards Alliance
Tech and Telecom Groups Want Cyber Trust Mark Labeling Voluntary
The groups also said no single set of requirements can be appropriate for all IoT devices.
Cybersecurity
Industry Groups Urge Fixes to FCC's Cybersecurity Labeling at House Hearing
The Connectivity Standards Alliance suggested that the program remain voluntary and that the FCC not mandate label.
Cybersecurity
CES 2024: Biden Administration Announces Deal with EU on Cyber Trust Mark
The White House is looking to get the mark on products 'by next year.'
DHS
Bipartisan Hotspot Bill, EU Agrees to Regulate AI, FCC Warns on Cybersecurity
A bipartisan bill that would give rural households a $300 tax credit to purchase a mobile hotspot
FCC
FCC Cybersecurity Pilot Program, YouTube AI Regulations, Infrastructure Act Anniversary
The FCC has proposed a pilot program to help schools and libraries protect against cyberattacks.
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Requirements in BEAD Could Shape Internet Security Regulation More Widely
The Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program requires ISPs and states to submit comprehensive cybersecurity plans.
FCC
White Houses Asks Congress to Fill Rip and Replace Funding Gap
The $3 billion shortfall was first flagged by the FCC in July 2022.
FCC
Ericsson in Kentucky, FCC Looking to Improve Emergency Alert Cybersecurity, BlackBerry partners with DHS
Ericsson partners with Eastern Kentucky network to provide 5G services.
Broadband Live
Broadband Breakfast on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 – Cybersecurity and BEAD
Network operators must submit a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy to qualify for BEAD funding
5G Fund
5G Fund for Rural America, FCC Disaster Information Reporting System, US Cellular Expands 5G,
The FCC will also consider new rules to streamline satellite policies and expedite processing space and earth station applications.
Education Department
K-12 Cybersecurity, FCC Inquiry Into Spectrum Usage and Data, 6 GHz For Wi-Fi
Cyberattacks can cost up to $1 million for schools, according to a GAO report.
Cybersecurity Labels
Cybersecurity Standards, More Funding for Rip and Replace, AT&T Stocks Hit Decade Low
The head of the FCC is proposing cybersecurity standards on devices.
