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FCC moves to tighten cybersecurity for telecoms after major hack 

Total Telecom

News The ongoing cyber-attack was first reported in October The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is pushing for stricter cybersecurity rules for telecom providers after what experts are calling the worst hack in US telecommunications history. “As adversaries grow more sophisticated, we need to modernise our defenses.”

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FCC Chairwoman Rosenworcel proposes requiring telecom carriers secure their networks

Blandin on Broadband

communications networks, FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel proposed urgent action to safeguard the nations communications systems from real and present cybersecurity threats, including from state-sponsored cyber actors from the Peoples Republic of China. Following recent reports involving an intrusion by foreign actors into U.S.

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Understanding VoIP Regulatory Compliance – An Overview for Carriers

VoIP Review

When it comes to VoIP , regulation s are imperative to ensure that vital communications services are delivered. After all, we are highly reliant on communications, and it is beneficial to have insights as to how our service providers are governed and what responsibilities they must fulfill.

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Member Moments: A Groundbreaking Fiber Connection

Rural Broadband Association

Member Moments: A Groundbreaking Fiber Connection Send to all affiliates Off user_1153020 Thu, 10/10/2024 - 15:39 Byline By Danielle Malley, Communications Assistant Associated Date Thu, 10/10/2024 - 12:00 Advanced Content Section Centranet (Stillwater, Okla.) The connection marks the next chapter of the $35.8

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Rosenworcel Proposes Stronger Cybersecurity Rules After China-Backed Hack

Broadband Breakfast

5, 2024 – Federal regulators are taking steps to secure communications networks in the wake of a major breach by Chinese government-sponsored hackers. Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel is proposing new cybersecurity requirements for telecom providers as a response to the hack, the agency said Thursday.

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FCC Adopts Cybersecurity Rules in Wake of Salt Typhoon

Broadband Breakfast

16, 2025 – The Federal Communications Commission adopted new cybersecurity rules Thursday in the wake of the Salt Typhoon hacks, the agency said. telecommunications networks, reportedly targeting both presidential campaigns and government wiretapping systems. WASHINGTON, Jan. “Our existing rules are not modern.