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2026-08-21
CRA Implementation Enters a Critical Phase
In August 2026, preparations for the implementation of the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) entered a critical stage. With the reporting obligations set to take effect on September 11, 2026, drawing near, the European Commission and the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) have been intensively issuing implementation guidance and materials related to the single reporting platform.
2026-08-03
Canada's ISED Officially Releases RSS-310 Issue 6: Major Updates to Radio Frequency Equipment Requirements
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) has formally issued RSS-310, Issue 6, “Licence-Exempt Radio Apparatus: Category II Equipment,” replacing Issue 5, which has been in effect since 2020
2026-08-17
EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) — Entry into Force on 12 August 2026
On 12 August 2026, the core provisions of the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR, Regulation (EU) 2025/40) became applicable. All packaging placed on the EU market and all related enterprises must comply with the new requirements.
2026-07-31
FCC Adds Foreign-Produced Power Inverters and Robots to Covered List
On July 28, 2026, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission released Public Notice DA 26-786, officially announcing the update to the Controlled List by adding two categories — "foreign-produced advanced robotic devices" and "foreign-produced power inverters" — to its regulatory scope, which has drawn high attention from relevant industrial manufacturers.
2026-08-04
EU Releases Exemption Guidelines on Removability and Replaceability of Portable and LMT Batteries — Multiple Product Categories Relief Granted
On July 14, 2026, the European Commission published the "Commission Guidelines to Facilitate the Harmonised Application of Provisions on the Removability and Replaceability of Portable and Light Means of Transport (LMT) Batteries" (Commission Notice C(2026) 5032 final). These guidelines aim to provide a uniform interpretative framework for the implementation of Article 11 of the EU Battery Regulation (EU) 2023/1542, clarifying exemption and derogation scenarios for multiple product categories.
2026-08-03
Canada's ISED Officially Releases RSS-310 Issue 6: Major Updates to Radio Frequency Equipment Requirements
ISED of Canada has released RSS‑310 Issue 6 alongside the updated RSS‑Gen Issue 6 with a six‑month transition period. The new version consolidates regulatory provisions, covers pure receivers and passive RFID tags, simplifies label and reporting requirements, and revises exemption clauses and modem‑related rules. During the transition, manufacturers may comply with either the old or new standard. After the transition, all Canada‑bound devices must follow the new specifications.
2026-07-31
FCC Adds Foreign-Produced Power Inverters and Robots to Covered List
On July 28, 2026, the U.S. FCC released Public Notice DA 26-786 to update the Controlled List, bringing foreign-produced advanced robotic devices and power inverters under control. An advanced robotic device must simultaneously meet the requirements of mobility, remote operation, a weight exceeding 2kg, and inclusion of three specified core components, with six categories of products such as connected vehicles and medical devices excluded. A power inverter refers to a bidirectional AC-DC conversion device with remote communication functions.
2026-07-09
Notice: 5-Day ISED Spectra System Shutdown for Upgrade
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) will shut down its core Spectra certification system for the Code Drop 62 major update from 8:00 a.m. EST July 10 to 11:59 p.m. EST July 14, 2026. During the 5-day outage, only the independent search for ISED-recognized CBs and labs will stay available. All other services including REL lookup, new application submission, ongoing review processing and certificate download will be fully suspended, which will cause delays to Canadian IC certification turnaround.
2026-06-23
Brazil issues new regulations for stationary lithium batteries
Brazil's National Telecommunications Agency (ANATEL) recently issued Decree No. 5314, formally approving the technical requirements and testing procedures for conformity assessment of stationary lithium-ion secondary batteries used in telecommunications equipment. This decree is now in effect and will be mandatory from October 12, 2026. Afterward, related products must undergo certification before entering the Brazilian market, and manufacturers must adjust their product compliance strategies accordingly.
2026-04-23
U.S. Cyber Trust Mark Program Countdown to Relaunch: ioXt Takes Over as Lead Administrator
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) officially announced on April 13 the appointment of the non-profit organization ioXt Alliance as Lead Administrator of the U.S. Cyber Trust Mark program, succeeding UL Solutions, which withdrew at the end of last year. This decision injects fresh momentum into a consumer IoT cybersecurity labeling program that has been in limbo for roughly half a year. For global IoT suppliers, however, the key questions remain: When will the label officially open for product applications? And what will the final version of the technical requirements look like?
2026-04-14
Guidelines for Implementation of Migration to IS/IEC 62368-1:2023
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) proposed in 2025 that IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 would replace the previously enforced standards IS 13252 (Part 1): 2010 and IS 616: 2017, and has now further issued implementation guidelines.
2026-03-24
FCC Adds Foreign-Made Consumer Routers to the “Covered List,” Strengthening National Security and Supply Chain Protection
On March 23, 2026, the FCC added foreign-made consumer routers to its covered list to address national security risks, banning new devices from certification and market access. It established conditional approvals as exceptions and permitted existing authorized equipment to receive updates until 2027, reshaping the global networking supply chain.
2026-03-23
Indonesia Further Clarifies Applicable Rules for Certification Test Reports of 6GHz RLAN Devices
Indonesia's Ministry of Communication and Informatics has issued a circular clarifying that starting January 15, 2026, test reports for 6GHz RLAN equipment must be issued by Indonesian local laboratories or laboratories from countries that have signed mutual recognition agreements with Indonesia. The new regulation mainly governs the source of reports, and relevant manufacturers should pay attention to qualification and frequency band requirements to avoid affecting certification.
2026-03-19
[Attention] IC ID registration fee will be adjusted by 1.7% on April 1
IC ID registration fees will increase by 1.7% starting April 1, 2026, marking the second hike after a 2.7% rise on April 1, 2025. ISED certification is a mandatory market access requirement for wireless radio frequency and telecommunications terminal (CS-03) products exported to Canada, and the fee increase will directly impact product certification costs.
2026-03-16
The manufacturer reporting obligations under the EU Cyber Resilience Act will take effect this year
Under the EU Cyber Resilience Act (Regulation (EU) 2024/2847), manufacturers’ vulnerability and incident reporting obligations will apply from 11 September 2026, ahead of the main implementation in 2027. If a product with digital elements sold in the EU has an actively exploited vulnerability or serious security incident, manufacturers must issue an early warning within 24 hours, provide updates within 72 hours, and submit a final report within one month. Non-compliance may result in fines of up to €15 million or 2.5% of global turnover, highlighting the EU’s shift toward continuous post-market cybersecurity responsibility.
2026-03-12
A Win for Industry：FCC Unveils Flexible Pathway for Equipment Variant Certification
FCC updated KDB 484596 D01 "Referencing Test Data" guidance on January 28, 2026, to provide a more flexible pathway for equipment variant certification. The new rules allow referencing of original test data when new frequency bands are enabled via software without changing hardware components, with only the newly added band requiring full testing.
2026-03-04
Latest Revision of the UK PSTI
On December 4, 2025, the PSTI (Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure – relevant connectable products security requirements regulations) issued its latest revision: within the existing “security requirements” compliance framework, recognition of Japan’s JC-STAR STAR-1 and Singapore’s Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme (CLS) has been added, allowing them, under specified conditions, to serve as alternative “deemed-to-comply” pathways.
2026-01-07
Indonesia Strengthens Technical Standards Regulation for Telecommunications Equipment – New Rules Clarify Compliance List and Certification Requirements
Indonesia Strengthens Technical Standards Regulation for Telecommunications Equipment – New Rules Clarify Compliance List and Certification Requirements.The decree clearly lists the telecommunications equipment and related devices that must comply with mandatory national technical standards, providing a clear administrative basis for relevant product regulation and certification.
2025-12-31
New mandatory certification regulations for energy storage systems in Malaysia
This article mainly analyzes how battery energy storage products should choose the certification category for the mandatory certification that SIRIM Malaysia is about to implement, and provides corresponding suggestions to guide customers on how to enter the Malaysian market.
2025-12-30
Announcement: BSMI will revise its inspection regulations for products such as "video recorders or projectors, digital camcorders and digital cameras".
The main changes include: products with network connectivity must now meet cybersecurity testing standards; digital cameras and camcorders without storage functions are now subject to inspection; video wall displays are now subject to inspection; and products previously requiring a declaration of conformity (routers, bridges, switches, network hubs, and gateways) are now subject to verification registration or type approval.
2025-12-29
Vietnam issues new catalogue of products for type approval certificates and declarations of conformity—covering multiple certification requirements including SAR and Wi-Fi 6E/7
On November 13, 2025, the Vietnamese Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) officially issued Circular No. 29/2025/TT-BKHCN, replacing the previous Circular No. 02/2024/TT-BTTTT. The new regulations will take effect on December 31, 2025.
2025-12-26
Brazil's ANATEL has made significant updates to its RF equipment regulations, aligning several technical specifications with international standards.
Brazil's National Telecommunications Authority (ANATEL) recently officially released Law No. 14158, which makes a series of important revisions to the technical specifications and testing procedures for existing radio frequency (RF) equipment. This update aims to promote the integration of Brazilian technical standards with mainstream global practices, covering key areas such as vehicle radar, wireless audio, millimeter-wave communications, and next-generation Wi-Fi. The new regulations will officially take effect on April 6, 2026. During the transition period, existing standards can still be used, but ANATEL recommends that all relevant parties begin product certification and compliance work in accordance with the new regulations as soon as possible.
2025-12-10
Reminder of new Vietnamese regulations: Imported IP cameras must meet information security standards starting in 2026
On December 31, 2024, the Vietnamese Ministry of Science and Technology officially released the national technical standard QCVN 135:2024/BTTTT, which sets forth clear information security requirements for surveillance cameras (IP cameras) using Internet Protocol (IP) protocols. This standard will officially take effect on January 1, 2026, at which time all IP cameras imported into Vietnam will be required to meet this standard before entering the market.
2025-11-25
FCC ANSI C63.10 RSE Test Operation Reminder
In Chapter 3 of ANSI C63.10-2020, the requirements for spectrum plots are more clearly defined and made more stringent. The FCC TCB Workshop held in October of this year also reiterated the importance of these regulations and the proper implementation methods.
2025-10-27
Attention Required for CE Certification of xDSL Products!!
For multimedia devices with xDSL ports, EN 55035 standard Tables 2.2 and 2.3 have specific test requirements. Tests for broadband impulse noise disturbance (repetitive) and broadband impulse noise disturbance (isolated) are necessary. It is essential to prepare an appropriate line simulator and EUT observation CRC (Cyclic Redundancy Check) method in advance.
2025-10-23
SAR Testing Update: <6GHz May Be Exempted, Headset Calls Remain Strictly Controlled
Canada's ISED issued Notice 2025-DRS0007 on October 20, 2025, bringing compliance benefits to electronic device manufacturers. The new regulations allow eligible devices to streamline Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) testing procedures. The exemption conditions include: the device must have passed the 1g body SAR test at a distance of 5mm or less; the operating frequency must be below 6 GHz; the power levels and tuning tolerances must be consistent between body and limb usage scenarios; and the radio frequency exposure technical summary must demonstrate compliance with these requirements.
2025-10-22
Here’s the English translation of the summary regarding Taiwan NCC technical specifications on compliance requirements for test fixtures and test software in inspection reports
"The test report submitted to the NCC by the testing laboratory shall include detailed information on the test cables and test fixtures used during the testing."
2025-10-15
New Energy Efficiency Regulations for Microcomputers Take Effect, with Strengthened Industry Supervision
The energy efficiency label regulation for microcomputers, Limited Values of Energy Efficiency and Energy Efficiency Levels for Microcomputers (GB 28380-2025), replaces GB 28380-2012. The newly released Implementation Rules for Energy Efficiency Labels of Microcomputers replaces the original implementation rules with the code CEL 027-2016.
2025-10-14
【Attention】FCC Revises ECR Review Process and Line Conducted FAQ Guidelines
On August 7, 2025, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) updated two important KDB documents, covering the Equipment Compliance Review (ECR) process guidelines and frequently asked questions (FAQ) regarding conducted emissions testing.
2025-10-13
India Promotes Migration of Electronic Product Safety Standards to IS/IEC 62368-1:2023
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) of India chaired a stakeholder consultation meeting on the implementation of the IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 standard, during which concerns regarding the matter were discussed.
2025-10-11
[Alert] FCC certification halted amid U.S. government shutdown
Due to a partial lapse in federal government funding, the FCC has suspended most operations effective 12:00 AM EDT on October 1, 2025. This includes the FCC website and certification body access to the FCC EAS system (which includes the following system functions: querying historical FCC ID certification records, viewing FCC-approved test laboratory information, applying for FRNs and GCs, key data sheets (KDBs), and uploading and issuing certificates within the FCC). Therefore, FCC certificates cannot be issued during this period. As of today, this has not yet been resumed, and the specific resumption time is subject to further notification from the FCC.
2025-09-18
Canada DFS testing will use the new ETSI standard
On September 10, 2025, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) issued Notice 2025-DRS0006, proposing to designate ETSI EN 301 893 V2.2.1 (2024 - 11) as the specified method for Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) testing, aiming to enhance the technical standardization and compatibility of relevant equipment. ISED recommends a six-month transition period, during which enterprises may choose to use either the old or new ETSI standard; after the transition period, new certifications must adopt the new standard.
2025-09-17
Major Update to Brazil's Telecom Regulation: Mandatory Certification for Data Centers and Joint Liability for E-commerce Platforms
Brazil's telecommunications regulator, ANATEL, issued new regulations in 2025. Key elements include: for the first time, mandatory certification for data centers; clarifying that e-commerce platforms bear joint liability for the sale of non-compliant products; significantly expanding the scope of non-compliant behaviors (including advertising and display); and strictly restricting the use of refurbished equipment. The new regulations will take effect in phases in August and December 2025.
2025-09-03
ISED SAR Regulations Update
News Summary: Canada has released a new version of "RSS-102.SAR.MEAS - Measurement Procedure for Assessing Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Compliance in Accordance with RSS-102 Issue 2." Starting August 15, 2025, there will be a six-month transition period during which either issue 1 or issue 2 may be used. By mid-February 2026, certification will require conversion to the new version.
2025-08-26
U 5725–5875 MHz Band Not Yet Open for RLAN Use, Still Limited to SRDs and Industrial Applications
On May 14, 2025, the Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU) officially listed EN 301 893 V2.2.1 as the harmonised standard for Radio Local Area Network (RLAN) equipment operating in the 5 GHz band. However ......