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The FCC is preparing to exempt amateur radio operators from foreign adversary reporting requirements, following ARRL advocacy. The ruling recognizes that amateur licensees do not provide public communications services, minimizing national‑security risk and simplifying compliance for the U.S. amateur radio community.

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Electrostatic discharge remains one of the most unpredictable threats in electronics design. This article uncovers how ESD simulators expose hidden vulnerabilities, reveals the most common compliance‑testing failures, and shares practical, engineering‑focused strategies to build products that can survive real‑world shocks and stay reliably in the field.

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The FCC has approved expanded unlicensed use of the 6GHz band, opening the door for new high‑power geofenced variable power (GVP) devices. The ruling supports next‑generation Wi‑Fi performance, AR/VR applications, automation, and short‑range hotspots while protecting licensed services from interference.

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will launch a new study examining potential health effects of cellphone radiation, following the FDA’s removal of older web pages on the topic. The review aims to clarify scientific gaps amid evolving wireless technologies.

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Radio modules are transforming how products connect and communicate, but integration brings complex regulatory responsibilities. This whitepaper provides a clear, practical guide to navigating global approvals, testing requirements, and compliance risks, helping manufacturers accelerate development while ensuring their connected products meet the standards needed for successful market entry.

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When threats evolve faster than countermeasures, traditional electronic warfare fails. Discover why militaries are abandoning closed systems for open architectures—and how AI and machine learning are transforming the electromagnetic spectrum into warfare's primary battlefield.

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Can military AI make ethical decisions in combat? Researchers developed a mathematical model integrating national ethics, international law, and battlefield variables. Testing across 38 scenarios revealed which situations need human oversight—and which don't.

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Discover how PCB layout choices can dramatically alter S‑parameter measurements of high‑speed ESD protection devices—especially in the femtofarad range. Through 3D EM simulations and real‑world testing, this article reveals why accurate modeling and optimized test boards are essential for reliable high‑speed performance.

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Explore how PCB via and trace geometry influence the real‑world effectiveness of decoupling capacitors. This first article in the series defines six board variants, capacitor placement strategies, and PCB topologies, setting the stage for upcoming RF emission results based on CISPR 25 testing.

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This column explores two air‑discharge‑based methods for testing small form factor products under the Charged Device Model. It examines limitations of traditional FICDM testers, presents wafer‑level and bare‑die testing approaches, and introduces contact‑first CDM techniques designed to improve reliability for fine‑pitch and low‑voltage devices.

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Fitness trackers and wellness wearables just got regulatory relief. The FDA's new draft guidance exempts low-risk consumer wellness devices from medical device scrutiny—unless they claim to be "medical grade." Here's what changed and what triggers stricter reviews.

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The FCC is creating a new device category that will supercharge Wi-Fi and unlock outdoor AR/VR applications. Geofenced variable power devices operate at higher power levels in the 6GHz band—overcoming current limitations and enabling next-generation wireless innovation.

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Creepage distance isn't insulation—it's the surface distance between conductors on solid insulation. Understanding how contamination causes micro-arcs, why CTI matters, and when Paschen's law applies is critical for electrical safety and proper insulation design.

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The FDA can't protect patients without knowing shortages are coming. While the EU implemented mandatory device shortage reporting in 2025, the U.S. still has no requirements—leaving pediatric patients especially vulnerable to supply chain disruptions.

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The FCC just voided Verizon's 60-day handset unlocking requirement after discovering a fraud problem: stolen devices ending up on international black markets and facilitating criminal enterprises. The new rules align Verizon with industry standards.

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Compliance isn't a final checkpoint—it's a design foundation. Integrating regulatory standards early prevents costly redesigns, accelerates certification, and ensures market approval. Discover practical strategies for building compliance into product development from day one.

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In Davos, leading voices from industry and academia examined how quantum computing is reshaping global trust, emphasizing post‑quantum security challenges and the expanding fusion of AI, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems.

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Behind every successful EMC compliance test is a high-quality RF amplifier. Learn how these devices generate required field strengths, suppress unwanted harmonics, and maintain stable operation during demanding radiated immunity testing in semi-anechoic chambers.

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This isn't your typical spherical planet. PSR J2322-2650b is stretched into a lemon shape by its star's gravity—and when researchers analyzed its atmosphere, they found something unexpected. Could there be treasures hidden at its core?

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After years of regulatory complexity, the EU Commission offers medical device manufacturers a path forward: proposed changes limit AI Act requirements for devices, streamline risk classifications, and create efficiencies that could reduce costs and speed innovation.

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