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FCC Adopts Long-Awaited Order Enabling Limited Access to Dedicated Spectrum for Uncrewed Aircraft Systems

Wiley Rein LLP on 9/6/2024

On August 21, in a long-awaited action, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) adopted a Report and Order (Order) establishing rules to allow limited access to spectrum in the 5030-5091 MHz band for use by...more

What’s New in Wireless - September 2024

Mintz - Technology, Communications & Media... on 9/6/2024

The wireless industry has revolutionized the way we connect, from facilitating teleworking, distance learning, and telemedicine to allowing the American public to interact virtually in almost all other aspects of their daily...more

Akin Intelligence - July 2024

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP on 9/3/2024

Welcome to the July edition of Akin Intelligence. This month, United States agencies released several key pieces of artificial intelligence (AI) guidance, including patent eligibility guidance from the United States Patent...more

The FCC Seeks Comment on Proposed Changes to the 3.5 GHz Band Framework

Wiley Rein LLP on 8/21/2024

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) is seeking comment on proposed rule changes intended to improve the Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) regulatory framework in the 3.55-3.7 GHz band (3.5 GHz...more

What’s New in Wireless - August 2024

Mintz - Technology, Communications & Media... on 8/6/2024

The wireless industry has revolutionized the way we connect, from facilitating teleworking, distance learning, and telemedicine to allowing the American public to interact virtually in almost all other aspects of their daily...more

Wireless Roundup (August 2024)

Wiley Rein LLP on 8/1/2024

NTIA Solicits Comment on Development of 6G Wireless Communications Technology: In this Notice, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) seeks comment on the current state of sixth generation (6G)...more

FCC Reexamines Options to Expand Protections for Federal Earth Stations Communicating with Commercial Satellite Systems

Wiley Rein LLP on 7/9/2024

Deadlines have been announced for responses to the FCC’s Public Notice inviting comment on expanding protections for U.S. government earth stations communicating with commercial satellite systems. Because most spectrum used...more

Wireless Roundup (July 2024)

Wiley Rein LLP on 7/1/2024

FCC Invites Supplemental Comment Regarding the Use of Geofencing Technology to Allow for Higher Power Limits for Certain Devices: In this Public Notice, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) seeks...more

What’s New in Wireless - June 2024

Mintz - Technology, Communications & Media... on 6/5/2024

The wireless industry has revolutionized the way we connect, from facilitating teleworking, distance learning, and telemedicine to allowing the American public to interact virtually in almost all other aspects of their daily...more

Wireless Roundup (June 2024)

Wiley Rein LLP on 6/3/2024

FCC Welcomes Comment on Mechanisms to Implement Multilingual Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA): In this Public Notice, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) seeks comment on its proposal to require...more

Wireless Roundup (April 2024)

Wiley Rein LLP on 4/1/2024

FCC Requests Comment on Proposed Rules Regarding Prevention and Elimination of Digital Discrimination: In this Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FNPRM), the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) seeks...more

Wireless Roundup (March 2024)

Wiley Rein LLP on 3/1/2024

FCC Requests Comment on Proposed Rules Regarding Prevention and Elimination of Digital Discrimination: In this Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FNPRM), the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) seeks...more

CES 2024: FCC Commissioners Carr and Gomez Talk Tech, Spectrum, Cyber and Net Neutrality

Wiley Rein LLP on 1/12/2024

The 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is in full swing, with technology enthusiasts, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and others gathering in Las Vegas to take in new technological innovations and engage in discussions about...more

Reminder: Federal Communications Commission - December 2023/January 2024 Filings

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP on 12/8/2023

Each month, Kelley Drye’s Communications Group offers this reminder of upcoming filing deadlines that may affect our clients and friends. Please review the deadlines below and contact us if you would like assistance or have...more

What’s New in Wireless - December 2023

Mintz - Technology, Communications & Media... on 12/7/2023

The wireless industry has revolutionized the way we connect, from facilitating teleworking, distance learning, and telemedicine to allowing the American public to interact virtually in almost all other aspects of their daily...more

Wireless Roundup (December 2023)

Wiley Rein LLP on 12/1/2023

FCC Seeks Comment on Safeguarding and Securing the Open Internet: In this Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) proposes to reinstate the open Internet rules the...more

NTIA Seeks Input and Meetings on Implementation Plan for National Spectrum Strategy

Wiley Rein LLP on 11/30/2023

On November 29, 2023, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) released a Notice of Opportunity for Public Input on the forthcoming implementation plan for the agency’s National Spectrum Strategy...more

Update: FCC Adopts Digital Discrimination Rules in Party-Line Vote

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP on 11/27/2023

Key Points - On November 15, 2023, the FCC adopted rules aimed at preventing discrimination in access to broadband services. The FCC vote satisfies the Commission’s obligation under the IIJA, which requires the FCC to...more

NTIA Releases Highly Anticipated National Spectrum Strategy

Wiley Rein LLP on 11/14/2023

On November 13, 2023, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) released its National Spectrum Strategy (Strategy)—a “high-level blueprint” articulating the Biden-Harris Administration’s national...more

What's New in Wireless - October 2023

Mintz - Technology, Communications & Media... on 10/6/2023

The wireless industry has revolutionized the way we connect, from facilitating teleworking, distance learning, and telemedicine to allowing the American public to interact virtually in almost all other aspects of their daily...more

FCC Updates Frequency Allocations and Licensing Rules for Commercial Space Launch Operations

Wiley Rein LLP on 9/27/2023

In an effort to support commercial space launch operations, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has approved a Report and Order (Order) enhancing access to 2200-2290 MHz band spectrum and revising spectrum licensing...more

FCC Modernizes Satellite and Earth Station Licensing Process

Wiley Rein LLP on 9/26/2023

Looking to keep pace with the rapid evolution of the space industry, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) approved a Report and Order (Order) to accelerate existing processes for licensing satellite and earth stations....more

What's New in Wireless - September 2023

Mintz - Technology, Communications & Media... on 9/8/2023

The wireless industry has revolutionized the way we connect, from facilitating teleworking, distance learning, and telemedicine to allowing the American public to interact virtually in almost all other aspects of their daily...more

What’s New in Wireless - April 2023

Mintz - Technology, Communications & Media... on 4/6/2023

The wireless industry has revolutionized the way we connect, from facilitating teleworking, distance learning, and telemedicine, to virtually digitizing almost all other aspects of Americans’ daily lives. Leading...more

NTIA Requests Comments on New National Spectrum Strategy

Venable LLP on 3/21/2023

The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has issued a Request for Comment (Request) regarding the development of a new National Spectrum Strategy, one that considers a plan to study federal...more

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