Global Regulatory Updates

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) has officially updated its standards for Wireless Communication Service (WCS) equipment. On January 16, 2026, the department released RSS-195, Issue 3, which replaces the previous version that had been in place since 2014. The updated standard governs equipment operating in the 2305-2320 MHz and 2345-2360 MHz frequency bands. New Power Requirements: Table 2 now includes specific maximum transmitter power requirements

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has released a Second Report and Order (FCC 25-71) in ET Docket No. 21-232, clarifying and expanding the rules regarding the authorization of equipment from entities identified on the "Covered List." These updates specifically address the integration of modular transmitters into host devices. Key Regulatory Changes Modular Transmitter Classification: The FCC has clarified that the prohibition on "covered equipment" (equipment from

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) has published Issue 3 of Radio Standards Specification RSS-252. This document outlines the certification requirements for license-exempt on-board units (OBUs) used in Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) operating within the 5895-5925 MHz frequency band. Effective as of December 12, 2025, this version supersedes Issue 2 (October 2023). Key Technical Changes The updated standard introduces four primary modification