Vietnam introduces Cybersecurity standard for IP camera
On August 23, 2024, the Ministry of Information and Communications introduced the National Technical Regulation QCVN 135:2024/BTTTT. This regulation outlines essential information security requirements for IP-based surveillance cameras and is now open for public feedback. The regulation is set to take effect on January 1, 2026. QCVN 135:2024/BTTTT is a mandatory technical regulation that applies […]
Saudi Arabia – CST Revises IoT Regulatory Framework
The Communications, Space, and Technology Commission (CST) has revised its “IoT Regulatory Framework” and renamed it “IoT Regulations.” This update aims to encourage investment and innovation in the Internet of Things (IoT), improve service quality and efficiency, enhance user experience, and strengthen the regulatory environment in Saudi Arabia. A key update is the introduction of […]
Nigeria NCC: Major changes introduced in the Type approval
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has introduced the Nigeria Communications (Type Approval) Regulations, 2024, along with the Type Approval Business Rules released in August 2024. These updates represent a significant evolution in Nigeria’s regulatory framework for telecommunications equipment, aiming to enhance compliance, safety, and quality standards for all devices used within the nation’s communication networks. […]
Jordan Introduces New Type Approval Instruction for Telecommunication Equipment
Jordan’s Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC) has issued new Type Approval Instructions for telecommunications equipment, scheduled from September 15, 2024. These updated instructions are designed to ensure that all telecommunications products entering the Jordanian market meet the latest safety, technical, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards. Key highlights of the new instructions include: Certificate Validity Period: The validity […]
ANATEL Enforces Legislation on Telecommunications Equipment Certification
ANATEL, the Brazilian National Telecommunications Agency, informed the committee of Designated Certification Bodies (OCDs) that it will no longer permit the renewal of certificates that have been expired for more than 180 days (6 months). This decision reinforces the rules set by Resolution No. 715, published in 2019, which outlines the conditions for the suspension and […]
Argentina Introduces Comprehensive General Framework for Electrical Safety Conformity Evaluation
Argentina has implemented a comprehensive General Framework for Conformity Evaluation through Resolution No. 799. This initiative aims to simplify certification processes while enhancing product safety measures in the marketplace. The General Framework established by Resolution No. 799/2024 outlines vital guidelines to ensure that products and services offered in Argentina adhere to both international and local […]
Issuance of Equipment Type Approval (ETA) for license-Exempt Wireless Equipment Devices
With reference to the existing WPC ETA approval process and to further continue the ease of doing business Authority has notified the following: Applicants to continue to submit all the requisite documents on SaralSanchar portal and pay the fee to the Regulator Upon successful submission applicants can download the ETA Certificates from the portal. […]
Additional Guidelines for issuing Experimental and Demonstration Licenses
With further reference to the existing WPC Office Memo No. R-14016/0112019-NT(Pt.) dated 23rd July 2019 few changes have been introduced with regard to the fixed timelines and other terms and conditions for Experimental and Demonstration license for radiating category The important addition is the requirement of ‘inter-ministerial consultation’ as applicable. Experimental License (Radiating mode) For cases […]
ETA under restricted category has been withdrawn as per O.M. No.R-11017/01/2018-PP (part-1)
ETA under restricted category has been withdrawn as per O.M. No.R-11017/01/2018-PP (part-1) dated 09/09/2024. Going forward applicants have to apply under self-declaration mode only which includes devices covered under ETA SD mode and also devices which are covered under ETA ‘restricted item category’. Both the categories are merged into single category i.e. ETA through self-declaration […]
NFAP meetings are in progress.
Based on the documents /inputs received from the stakeholders/Industries here’s the summary record of the second meeting of working group 3 (above 6GHz) Documents/Inputs considered: Proposed modification to Footnote-IND16 for frequency range 7025-7125 MHz to be used for IMT under mobile services. Proposed modification to Footnote-IND17 concerning frequency bands 14-14.5 GHz, 28.5-30GHz, 10.7-11.7 GHz, […]