Telecom & Technology

AI, 5G, Cybersecurity, and Data Interoperability in Connectivity

The IEEE Standards Association (IEEE SA) published a blog post discussing the future of connectivity, focusing on the integration of AI, 5G, cybersecurity, and data interoperability into intelligent infrastructure. The post highlights the evolving trends and the importance of consensus-based standards in shaping these advancements.

IEEE Medical Device Registry Enhances Healthcare Cybersecurity

The IEEE Standards Association has launched the IEEE Medical Device Registry, a public database of medical devices that have successfully completed cybersecurity certification under the IEEE 2621 framework. This initiative aims to enhance transparency and trust in healthcare by providing verifiable information on device cybersecurity performance.

Bell Canada Withdraws Features of Small Business Service

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has approved Bell Canada's application to withdraw certain features of its Bell Total Connect for Small Business service. The affected features include Soft Client, Mobile Application, and Call Dashboard, due to end-of-life equipment. The withdrawal is effective September 30, 2025.

CRTC Policy Prohibits Fees Barrier to Switching Cellphone and Internet Plans

The CRTC has issued a new policy prohibiting fees that act as a barrier for consumers switching cellphone and Internet plans. These changes, effective June 12, 2026, amend the Wireless Code and Internet Code to empower consumers and align with recent amendments to the Telecommunications Act.

Telecom Consultation on CCTS Fee Structure

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has extended deadlines for a consultation on the fee structure and dispute mechanism of the Commission for Complaints for Telecom-television Services Inc. (CCTS). The revised deadlines for submissions are April 7, 2026, for CCTS responses, April 21, 2026, for interventions, and May 26, 2026, for replies.

Digital Markets Act: Gatekeepers Submit Updated Compliance Reports

Six designated gatekeepers under the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA) have submitted updated compliance reports. These reports detail the measures implemented over the past year to adhere to the DMA's requirements.

DSA Transparency Reports Clarify Content Moderation

The EU has published harmonised transparency reports under the Digital Services Act (DSA), standardising content moderation data reporting for online services. This follows the adoption of an Implementing Regulation in July 2025, with the first reports due by March 2026.

CRTC Telecom Order 2026-42: Costs Award for PIAC Participation

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) issued Telecom Order 2026-42, granting a costs award to the Public Interest Advocacy Centre (PIAC) for its participation in a proceeding concerning notification and reporting requirements for telecommunications service outages. PIAC sought costs for representing consumer interests.

CRTC Approves Broadband Fund Holdback Reports

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has approved holdback reports for several broadband funding recipients, including ATG Arrow Technology Group Limited Partnership, Columbia Basin Broadband Corporation, and Nexicom Inc. This approval allows for the distribution of payments associated with these holdbacks.

Broadband Fund payment approved for February 2026 claims

Broadband Fund payment approved for February 2026 claims