by Mirva Villa
The document discusses proposed changes to Japan's radio wave regulations to make it easier for tourists and businesses to use radio frequency devices. Read more...
by Toby Youell
The Norwegian regulator, Nkom, has issued a consultation about the future of the 410 - 430 MHz band. A 2 x 1.8 MHz block of the spectrum is currently unused in Norway, so Nkom wants to know if there is any demand for its allocation and assignment. Recent Europe-wide harmonisation… Read more...
by Toby Youell
Qatar's Communications Regulatory Authority has issued a consultation on its proposal to establish a class licence for Wireless Home Area Networks. The proposed class licence would authorise licence-exempt use of spectrum for smart devices including automated electrical home appliances and heating systems. The frequencies cited in the draft regulatory instrument… Read more...
by Toby Youell
The Oman regulator is consulting on its policy for Machine-to-Machine communications and the Internet of Things. The consultation document includes questions on which spectrum is attractive for these services, and how it should be made available. Read more...
by PolicyTracker
French regulator Arcep and frequency agency Anfr have launched a consultation on the use of the 862–870 MHz, 870–876 MHz and 915–921 MHz bands, which are currently reserved for the Ministry of Defence, to meet the growing needs of the Internet of Things (IoT). In its recent strategic review, Arcep identified the… Read more...
by PolicyTracker
The National Telecommunications & Information Administration (NTIA) would like comments on their consultation on the Internet of Things (IoT). In particular, the regulator would like to know from interested parties what are the benefits and challenges of the IoT and what role, if any, the US government should play in… Read more...