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FCC pushes ban on security updates for foreign-made routers, drones to 2029

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Feed Name: The Record from Recorded Future News

Date Published: 2026-05-11

Date Updated: 2026-05-11

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The FCC has postponed its deadline for banning software and firmware updates for foreign-made routers and drones from March/January 2027 to at least January 1, 2029, citing the public interest and allowing vendors to continue issuing security and compatibility updates; the agency also signaled possible rulemaking that could formalize or extend the waivers.

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