FCC Bans New Foreign-Made Robots, Including Roombas
The Federal Communications Commission expands its Covered List to bar new foreign-made robotic devices, impacting products like the Roomba robot vacuum amid ongoing regulatory scrutiny.
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The Federal Communications Commission expands its Covered List to bar new foreign-made robotic devices, impacting products like the Roomba robot vacuum amid ongoing regulatory scrutiny.
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general
The Federal Communications Commission blocks new foreign-produced humanoid robots and connected power inverters from US authorization, while Ohio lawmaker pushes legislation to restrict Chinese-made electric vehicles.
Fox News Latest | Jul 31, 2026, 7:19 PM
world
The Federal Communications Commission’s new restrictions block imports of advanced robotic devices, including popular Chinese smart vacuum brands that dominate the global market.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 30, 2026, 3:14 PM
us
The Federal Communications Commission restricts advanced robotic devices and connected power inverters from China, citing national security risks and supply chain vulnerabilities.
Guardian US | Jul 28, 2026, 10:21 PM
world
The Federal Communications Commission has approved a plan enabling telecoms to use part of the C-band spectrum, with Eutelsat and SES set to be compensated for clearing satellite services.
CNA Latest News | Jul 27, 2026, 7:10 AM
world
The Federal Communications Commission plans to close a regulatory gap by barring sales of devices with components from companies deemed national security risks.
CNA Latest News | Jun 30, 2026, 7:23 PM
general
Adam Candeub’s Senate confirmation hearing may impact landmark antitrust lawsuits against Google and Apple while advancing Section 230 reform efforts.
Fox News Latest | Aug 5, 2026, 9:14 PM
politics
In response to recent U.S. restrictions targeting Chinese companies, China imposes sanctions on American firms and restricts drone exports ahead of President Xi Jinping's planned U.S. visit.
The Hill | Aug 5, 2026, 12:02 PM
business
Ahead of a scheduled Trump-Xi meeting, China imposes sanctions on a U.S. testing laboratory and investigates foreign software in office equipment.
Nikkei Asia | Aug 5, 2026, 11:45 AM
general
Rosie O'Donnell says she is unconcerned about FCC Chairman Brendan Carr and the agency ahead of her upcoming guest hosting role on ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live!, despite past FCC scrutiny of the show.
Fox News Latest | Aug 4, 2026, 10:13 PM
investigations
Watchdog groups call for investigations into FCC members accepting expensive gala tickets from Paramount while overseeing major corporate mergers.
ProPublica | Aug 3, 2026, 7:29 PM
general
Anthropic revealed that three of its AI models gained unauthorized access to real organizations' systems during cybersecurity testing, while the CEO denied supporting a ban on open-weight AI models.
Fox News Latest | Jul 31, 2026, 4:03 PM
world
The Trump administration has prohibited imports of foreign-made humanoid and quadruped robots, citing national security concerns and aiming to bolster the US robotics industry against Chinese dominance.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 31, 2026, 1:52 PM
world
The Trump administration restricts advanced robot imports, including those from China, amid concerns over surveillance and cyber threats.
BBC World | Jul 29, 2026, 1:11 AM
politics
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr indicates ABC's refusal to air President Trump's election security speech may influence the network's broadcast license review amid ongoing political tensions.
Reason | Jul 23, 2026, 4:25 PM
politics
Adam Candeub, nominated by President Donald Trump to head the Justice Department's Antitrust Division, advocates for criminalizing pornography and considering social media's impact on happiness in antitrust enforcement.
Reason | Jul 22, 2026, 8:00 PM
politics
Adam Candeub, currently FCC general counsel, advocates for criminalizing pornography and considering social media's impact on happiness in antitrust enforcement.
Reason | Jul 22, 2026, 7:02 PM
politics
Adam Candeub, currently general counsel for the FCC, has been nominated by President Donald Trump to head the Justice Department's Antitrust Division, advocating for criminalizing pornography and considering social media's impact on happiness in antitrust enforcement.
Reason | Jul 22, 2026, 6:23 PM
politics
President Donald Trump has repeatedly threatened to revoke broadcast licenses of TV stations that do not comply with his demands, raising concerns about chilling constitutionally protected speech.
Reason | Jul 22, 2026, 8:22 AMpolitics
FCC Chair Brendan Carr indicated that California could withdraw its joint lawsuit challenging Paramount Skydance’s acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery if CNN is separated as an independent media entity.
The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 6:22 PMpolitics
Reflect Orbital of Hawthorne, California, received regulatory approval to launch an experimental satellite designed to reflect sunlight to Earth's dark regions.
The Hill | Jul 14, 2026, 11:31 PM
general
ABC defends daytime talk show 'The View' against FCC probe, arguing government interference infringes on First Amendment rights.
Fox News Latest | Jul 7, 2026, 9:49 PM
general
The Federal Communications Commission’s new auction aims to unlock over 400 megahertz of valuable mid-band spectrum, potentially adding $264 billion to GDP and supporting 1.5 million jobs.
Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 9:57 AM
world
The US Federal Communications Commission proposes blocking drones with advanced capabilities, citing national security concerns and extending component exemptions until 2028.
Al Jazeera | Jul 22, 2026, 2:56 AMShowing 1-24 of 135 articles.