ARGENTINA: ENACOM Grants a Third Extension to Expiring Certificates
On October 27th, 2020 ENACOM published Resolution 1223 ENACOM/20 in which they extend the duration of the validity of permits and authorizations, among others. Article 2 of the resolution grants the extension of all homologations whose expiration date is between March 16th and November 17th for a period of 60 days more. In this prorogation, […]
ECUADOR: ARCOTEL Technical Standard for Telecom Services for Emergencies – Using CELL BROADCAST
On October 28th, 2020, ARCOTEL will hold a Public Audience online, at 10 am (GMT -5:00) on ARCOTEL’s Facebook page. This is to present the New Standard proposed, and to listen to the public opinions, suggestions, and complaints from users regarding the new Technical Standard for Telecom Services for Emergencies, using CELL BROADCAST, which will […]
CHILE: SUBTEL Updates EXENTA 1985 for Certain Unlicensed Bands
On October 22nd, the National Congress of Chile released an update on some changes related to the Exenta 1985 for unlicensed bands. Key highlights include: -The new output power allowed for the 5150 to 5250 MHz band is 1 W and maximum radiated power density not exceeding 17 mW/MHz -The 5925 to 7125 MHz frequency […]
MEXICO: IFT Publishes 2021 Annual Program for Frequency Bands and Spectrum Use
On October 21st, the IFT published the 2021 Frequency Bands And The Spectrum Use. The issuance of this 2021 Program is strictly adjusted to the Institute's radio spectrum planning strategy, based on national and international regulations, the current context of the frequency bands in Mexico, the state of standardization, and the available technologies based on […]
COVID-19 Worldwide Impact – October 22nd, 2020
Given the current state of affairs surrounding COVID-19, governments, regulators and laboratories all around the world have started to implement measures to decrease the probability of infection among their staff. This is a summary of relevant changes that should be taken into consideration. Regulators that are now operating fully: South Africa (NRCS and ICASA), Thailand […]
PERU: Use of 3.5 GHz Band Optimized
On October 17th, 2020: The Ministry of Transportation and Communications MTC approves a ministerial resolution that optimizes the use of the 3.5 GHz band. With this initiative, telecommunications operating companies, with the assignment of radio spectrum in the 3.5 GHz band, are enabled to carry out technical modifications to the network and to the use […]
INDIA: DoT Publishes Consultation for Communication Security Certification Scheme
India’s Department of Telecommunication (DoT) has published the consultation for the “Communication Security Certification Scheme” covered under TEC’s MTCTE. The consultation is open for comments, so we encourage our readers to send their thoughts to help shape this content. Devices subject to TEC’s MTCTE with security scope will receive one certificate covering all aspects of […]
COVID-19 Worldwide Impact
Given the current state of affairs surrounding COVID-19, governments, regulators, and laboratories all around the world have started to implement measures to decrease the probability of infection among their staff. This is a summary of relevant changes that should be taken into consideration. • Regulators that are operating with limitations: Lebanon (MPT), Philippines (NTC), Bermuda (RAB), Nepal […]
BRAZIL: ANATEL Publishes Public Consultation No. 69 to Update SAR Technical Standard Act No. 955
On October 06th, 2020, ANATEL opened a public consultation for the update of Annex I to Act No. 955, of February 8, 2018, which provides for the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Testing Procedures for Telecommunications Products. The review is important due to the development of new transmission technologies for portable products and their impacts on […]
USA: FCC Expands Access & Investment in the 4.9 GHz Band
The FCC today adopted rules permitting the expanded use of 50 MHz of mid-band spectrum in the 4.9 GHz (4940-4990 MHz) band that is currently underused. Under the new rules, states are allowed to lease this spectrum to third parties (including commercial and public safety users) to boost wireless broadband, improve critical infrastructure monitoring, and […]