Serbia: Public Consultation – Draft Rules for controlling the use of Radio Frequency Spectrum, Technical inspections and Protection Against Interference
In accordance with Art. 36 and 37 of the Law on Electronic Communications (“Official Gazette of the RS”, No. 35/23), the Regulatory Body for Electronic Communications and Postal Services (RATEL) invites experts and the general public to give their opinion on the Draft Rulebook using the radio frequency spectrum, performing technical inspections, and protection against […]
China: MIIT published the Radio Management Regulations for RFID Equipment in the 900MHz Band.
China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has issued new regulations governing Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) equipment operating in the 900MHz frequency band, aiming to enhance spectrum efficiency and maintain airspace order. The move, outlined in the Ministry’s No. 76 notice, seeks to streamline the management of RFID technology while preventing interference with other communication […]
Colombia: Update of the Technical Standards for Establishing Conformity for the Approval of Terminal Equipment
The “Comisión de Regulación de Comunicaciones” (CRC), is updating the technical standards for the homologation of telecom terminal equipment in Colombia. Due to the recent spectrum auction by the Ministry of Technology and Communications (MinTIC), which resulted in spectrum blocks being awarded to various telecommunications operators, including new bands, the CRC established the recognized technical […]
United Kingdom: The UK aims to Amend Their Product Safety and Metrology etc. Regulations
Draft Regulations laid before Parliament to the Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Act 2023 and could come into force by 1st October, 2024. The policy aims to reduce costs and burdens for businesses selling goods in the GB market, while ensuring product availability for consumers. It will benefit manufacturers exporting to the EU or […]
Canada: ISED released Public Consultation RSS-216, Issue 3 – Wireless Power Transfer Devices
The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada published the public consultation RSS-216, issue 3, “Wireless power transfer devices”. This standard defines the requirements for wireless power transfer devices, including sources (transmitters) and clients (receivers). Key changes for issue 2 are the increase of maximum separation distance the inclution of limits in RSS-216 instead […]
India: Update in the testing and certification procedure TEC 93009: 2024
The Department of Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) released the updated version of TEC 93003. The release 3.0 from 2024 presents the new testing and certification procedure for telecom equipment. The main changes are listed below: 1. Enhancement of validity of Regular MTCTE Certificate from 5 years to 10 years 2. Revision of MTCTE labelling requirement […]
Australia: ACMA: Updates to spectrum arrangements for cordless communications devices
ACMA has released a consultation paper proposing the remaking of the CCD class licence from 2014. The consultation authorises the use of a selection of frequency bands for devices, including cordless telephones used in residential and commercial settings, wireless microphones and headsets. The main topics are listed below: ACMA is also proposing to amend the […]
Canada: Public Consultation in Canada: RSS-123 Issue 5_Wireless Microphones and Wireless Multichannel Audio Systems
The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada is seeking comments on the consultation of RSS-123, issue 5, “Wireless Microphones and Wireless Multichannel Audio Systems”. This Radio Standards Specification (RSS) sets out the requirements for the certification of licensed wireless microphones and Wireless Multichannel Audio Systems (WMAS). The main changes are listed below: 1. […]
Macau: CTT Published Instruction 64/2024 for 6 GHz Band
The Macau Post and Telecommunications Bureau (CTT) released instruction No. 64/2024 which modifies instruction No. 198/2014 for the low-power and short-range radio communication equipment. SRD operating in the frequency band 5925-6425 MHz are exempted from the government authorization, and the frequency bands for the use of radionavigation and radiolocation satellite system receivers are no longer […]
[REMINDER] United Kingdom: Coming into force of The UK PSTI (Security Requirements for Relevant Connectable Products)
The UK’s consumer connectable product security regime comes into effect on the 29th of April this year. It extends to England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. From that date onward, UK law will mandate manufacturers of consumer connectable products (commonly referred to as ‘smart’ products) to adhere to the specified obligations outlined in the […]