Eswatini: Publishes New Guidelines on License-Exempt Spectrum Use
Eswatini’s Communications Commission has released new guidelines for the use of license-exempt spectrum bands. The document, “Guidelines on the Use of Licence Exempt Spectrum Bands in Eswatini, 2024,” provides detailed technical specifications and requirements for a wide range of products and applications, including short-range devices (SRDs), automotive equipment, data networking equipment, telecom/terminal equipment, and multimedia […]
Mexico: Public Consultation on the Draft Agreement for Reclassifying the 64-71 GHz Band as Free Spectrum and Establishing Technical Operating Conditions
The Federal Telecommunications Institute (IFT), recognizing the importance of transparency in the development of new regulations, invites comments, opinions, and contributions from interested parties regarding the draft “Agreement by which the IFT classifies the 64-71 GHz frequency band as unlicensed spectrum and establishes technical operating conditions for the band” (hereinafter, the “Draft”). This proposal is […]
Saudi Arabia: CST issues the IoT Regulation Document to regulate the IoT services
On July 31st, 2024, CST has published a complete document on Regulations involving the devices and services considered as Internet of Things (IoT), which is turning official the exact description of what is considered an IoT device, and an IoT service, also reinforcing the need of CST approval. A conformity certificate shall be obtained from […]
USA: FCC Introduces a Voluntary Labeling Scheme for IoT Cybersecurity
The FCC has recently initiated a voluntary cybersecurity labeling program specifically for consumer Internet of Things (IoT) products. This is a significant step towards enhancing the security of wireless IoT devices. The primary aim of this program is to help consumers make informed decisions when purchasing IoT products. It also encourages manufacturers to adhere to […]
Saudi Arabia: CST Publishes the Information Memorandum for the Specialized Radio Network License in the 450 MHz band
On March 4th, 2023, CST published on their website, the Memorandum for the Specialized Radio Network License in the 450 MHz frequency band, now allowing this band to be used for applications destined for smart appliances, IoT devices and automate operations, however with the detail that this band will require to acquire License of operation […]
Jordan: TRC approves amended IoT instructions
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRC) in Jordan has approved the amended “Internet of Things Instructions” to facilitate the establishment, operation, and management of IoT systems. The amendments come in response to the recent launch of fifth-generation services and a growing interest in investing in technological devices that connect to the Internet. The changes aim to […]
Nepal: NTA published a New Frequency Policy 2080
Nepal Radio Frequency Policy Determination Committee approved the Radio Frequency Allocation and Pricing Policy 2080 in October. The following are some highlights of this policy: a. Additional 26 GHz band (24.25 to 27.50 GHz) has been allocated for 5G services. The minimum allocation would be 400MHz band in a block. b. Allocation of 865 MHz […]
TANZANIA: TCRA Published Public Consultation for Devices Using Low Power Wide Area Network (LPWAN)
The Telecom Authority TCRA has published on October 18th a public consultation about the minimum technical requirements for Internet of Things (IoT) devices that use Low Power Wide Area Network (LPWAN) technologies. The IoT devices covered in this Specification are User Equipment (UE) and Base Station (BS) which employ the Narrowband-IoT (NBIoT) and/or Category M1 […]
SINGAPORE: IMDA Publish IoT Technical Specifications
IMDA’s recent Technical Specification defines the minimum technical requirement of the Internet of Things (IoT) that also uses Low Power Wide Area Network (LPWAN) technologies. Some of the widely know international standards that this Technical Specification was based on, are as follow: -ETSI EN 301 489-1 -ETSI EN 301 489-24 -IEC 60950-1 -IEC 62368-1 Bands […]
JORDAN: TRC Approves Instructions for IoT
The Chairman of the Board of Commissioners of the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, Dr. Eng. Ghazi Al-Jabour, announced that the Board of Commissioners of the Commission has approved the instructions for Internet of things (IoT). Mr. Jabour stressed that the Jordanian government aims to introduce and develop new technologies and benefit from them in improving the living aspects of […]