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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.

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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. The FCC reports. must adapt and reinforce our defenses.

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Understanding VoIP Regulatory Compliance – An Overview for Carriers

VoIP Review

Communications Assistance for Law Enforcement Act (CALEA) – Directs VoIP providers to ensure that their networks are accessible for authorized interception, such as wiretaps, by law enforcement agencies. Interoperability – Calls may have to travel through multiple networks from a range of service providers.

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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. “I will be working with national security agencies through the transition and next year in an effort to root out the threat and secure our networks.” 

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FCC Adopts Cybersecurity Rules in Wake of Salt Typhoon

Broadband Breakfast

telecommunications networks, reportedly targeting both presidential campaigns and government wiretapping systems. He said the agency didn’t have authority under CALEA to impose network obligations outside of the specific components carriers have to open for government surveillance. We do not have the luxury of waiting.”