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FCC Adopts New Rules Implementing the Secure Equipment Act of 2021

Security Industry Association

FCC prohibits new device authorizations for Chinese telecommunications and video surveillance products on the FCC's Covered List. Following its adoption earlier this month, on November 25 the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) published its Report and Order as required by the Secure Equipment Act of 2021.

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NDAA Section 889 Update: Grant Funding Eligibility for Equipment Replacement

Security Industry Association

Since 2018, the Security Industry Association (SIA) has provided timely updates to members about implementation of “Section 889” U.S. government procurement and grant prohibitions on certain Chinese video surveillance and telecommunication equipment, as a benefit to SIA members and their customers.

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Guest Post: Security Installations in a Wireless World

Security Industry Association

Wesco’s Bill Geary Discusses How Smart Buildings Demand a Future-Ready Infrastructure Bill Geary is executive vice president and general manager, communications and security solutions at Wesco. The iPhone made a cellphone smart, with photos, video, and an entire cottage industry of applications.

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U.S. House Passes Bill to Requiring FCC to Limit New Authorizations for Chinese Equipment, Prohibit Revocation

Security Industry Association

3919 , the Secure Equipment Act of 2021, which now awaits further action in the U.S. would require the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to adopt rules prohibiting “equipment authorization” for certain Chinese telecommunications and video surveillance equipment. House of Representatives unanimously passed H.R.

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DHS Announces New Grants to Bolster Cybersecurity Under Infrastructure Law

Security Industry Association

Grant applications due by November 15, 20022. Last week the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a joint effort between the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to provide new cybersecurity grants authorized and funded under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

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Leading Telecom Accelerates Development with Containers and Dynamic Storage

Pure Storage

Fast, reliable, and secure telecommunication services are central to the way we work, learn, and entertain. To stay ahead of the competition, telecommunications companies are constantly adding to their portfolio of fiber, cable, wireless, and satellite offerings. That means subscriber expectations are higher than ever.

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Pure Storage Now a 10X Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ Leader for Primary Storage

Pure Storage

In recognition of our 10th year as A Leader, we’re sharing our top 10 accomplishments from the past year: FlashArray SafeMode™ Auto-on —FlashArray SafeMode launched to ensure that all customers have access to better data security in the ever-increasing landscape of cyber threats.

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