FCC bans new foreign-made routers

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has implemented a sweeping ban on new foreign-made routers, citing national security concerns. This directive, stemming from a presidential directive, will prevent the import and sale of new router models manufactured outside the U.S. unless granted an exemption by the Department of Defense or Homeland Security. The FCC aims to reduce reliance on foreign technology, particularly in light of increasing cyber threats leveraging vulnerabilities in such devices. While existing routers can continue to be used and updated, this move significantly impacts the market for new networking equipment.