Brazil Opens Public Consultation on National RoHS Regulation
Brazil RoHS Regulation: Public Consultation Launched The Brazil RoHS regulation is now under public consultation, marking a major step in aligning the country’s environmental rules with international best practices. Proposed by the National Environmental Council (Conama), this measure aims to restrict hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, closely reflecting the EU RoHS Directive. This […]
Product Certification Rules: Brazil’s Major 2025 Update
Why Brazil’s New Product Certification Rules Matter On August 1, 2025, Brazil’s National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) introduced sweeping changes through Resolution No. 780, modernizing the product certification rules for telecommunications equipment. This update reshapes Brazil’s conformity assessment framework and imposes new responsibilities on digital marketplaces while setting compliance obligations for data centers in telecom networks. […]
Indonesia Requires New DoC Format for Telecom Certification
Indonesia Telecom Certification Rule Changes: New DoC Format Now Mandatory A major change in Indonesia telecom certification has been announced by the Directorate General of Digital Infrastructure (DJID). As of August 1, 2025, all certification applications for telecom equipment must use a revised Declaration of Conformity (DoC) format. This requirement is part of Circular Letter […]
India Telecom Cybersecurity Rules Draft Released
Strengthening Security: New Telecom Regulations in India The Government of India has published a draft amendment to the Telecommunications (Telecom Cyber Security) Rules, 2025. This marks a significant step in strengthening the regulatory framework for cybersecurity in the telecom sector. These proposed telecom regulations introduce new definitions, processes, and security mechanisms to address evolving threats. […]
EU Cybersecurity CRA to Replace RED Requirements by 2027
CRA Cybersecurity Compliance: A Draft Roadmap for EU Digital Products The European Comission is undergoing a major regulatory change with CRA cybersecurity compliance set to replace the cybersecurity obligations under the Radio Equipment Directive (RED). Based on a draft Delegated Regulation, from 11 December 2027, all radio equipment with digital elements entering the EU market […]
Israel Network Shutdown: All 2G/3G Services Ending 2025
Israel Network Shutdown: Preparing for the 2G and 3G Sunset Israel is entering the final phase of its network shutdown, which will see 2G and 3G services fully phased out by December 31, 2025. This transition supports modernization of mobile communications, paving the way for advanced 4G and 5G networks. What the Israel Network Shutdown […]
Mexico Telecom Law Reshapes Certification and Market Access
Mexico’s Telecom Sector Sees Major Overhaul with New Law On July 16, 2025, the new Mexico Telecom Law was officially published as the Ley en Materia de Telecomunicaciones y Radiodifusión in the Diario Oficial de la Federación, replacing the former Ley Federal de Telecomunicaciones y Radiodifusión (LFTR). This significant update to the regulatory framework introduces […]
Angola Launches INACOM Portal for Telecom Approvals
Angola Introduces New Steps to Secure Type Approval System On June 12, 2025, Angola’s Instituto Angolano das Comunicações (INACOM) introduced a new online platform for telecom-related services. This move is part of its plan to modernize regulatory operations. Furthermore, the platform improves transparency and public access to type approval processes. In addition to launching the […]
Mexico Telecom Law Advances With Key Compliance Changes
Mexico Telecom Law Update: Key Changes and Transition Plan The new Mexico Telecom Law introduces sweeping reforms to modernize the country’s telecommunications framework, with careful provisions to ensure smooth implementation. Through close collaboration between the existing Federal Institute of Telecommunications (IFT) and newly created Telecom Regulatory Commission (CRT), the legislation maintains regulatory continuity while minimizing […]
Brazil: Updates Import Rules for Telecom Products
Brazil’s National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) has opened a public consultation to revise its telecom import rules through a new Operational Procedure for Importing Telecommunications Products. The proposed changes aim to modernize the process by integrating Anatel’s requirements into the Integrated Foreign Trade System (SISCOMEX), ensuring smoother customs clearance for telecom goods. Key Changes to Brazil’s Telecom Import Rules The […]