Security Operations , Government Regulations , Supply chain , Critical Infrastructure Security FCC approves new rules to combat robocalls and bolster cybersecurity May 1, 2026 Share By SC Staff (Adobe Stock) The Federal Communications Commission has approved new regulations aimed at curbing robocalls, enhancing the security of telecommunications networks against cyberattacks, and more rigorously vetting overseas equipment-testing laboratories, according to a recent report by CyberScoop. The commission unanimously passed measures to strengthen the "Know Your Customer" requirements for telecommunications companies, mandating more thorough identity verification for service enablement. This aims to prevent bad actors from exploiting U.S. phone networks, as seen in instances of illegal robocalls, including those impersonating political figures. Penalties may now be tied to the volume of illegal calls placed. Additionally, the FCC will end the practice of blanket authorization for foreign companies on its covered entity list, which includes firms from Russia and China, to operate interstate telecommunications services within U.S. borders. This move addresses national security concerns, as equipment from these entities can infiltrate U.S. products through services not currently defined as international telecommunications. Furthermore, the FCC will no longer recognize overseas testing or equipment labs lacking reciprocity agreements with U.S. labs, building on previous efforts to block labs owned by adversarial nations. Source: CyberScoop SC Staff Related Security Operations State cybersecurity leaders discuss prioritizing security upgrades SC Staff May 1, 2026 During a National Association of State Chief Information Officers conference, officials like Rex Menold, Michigan's chief security officer, shared that agencies, not central IT, often decide on security priorities. Security Operations Hackers accidentally leak database of stolen credit cards due to AI coding error SC Staff May 1, 2026 Hackers utilized an AI-assisted development tool called Cursor to build a statistics dashboard for Jerry's Store. Security Operations OpenAI enhances ChatGPT security with YubiKey partnership SC Staff May 1, 2026 OpenAI's new Advanced Account Security program, available to all ChatGPT users, includes a partnership with Yubico to integrate phishing-resistant security keys. Get daily email updates SC Media's daily must-read of the most current and pressing daily news Business Email By clicking the Subscribe button below, you agree to SC Media Terms of Use and Privacy Policy . Subscribe Related Terms Blue Team British Standard 7799 Business Impact Analysis (BIA) Cold Warm Hot Disaster Recovery Site Countermeasure Cron Daemon Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP) Due Care Due Diligence You can skip this ad in 5 seconds