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Netgear lands exemption from foreign-router ban; FCC silent on rationale
technology1 month ago

Netgear lands exemption from foreign-router ban; FCC silent on rationale

Netgear becomes the first major consumer-router maker to win a conditional exemption from the FCC's foreign-made router ban, covering its Nighthawk and Orbi devices (and cable gateways) through Oct. 1, 2027; Adtran also receives a similar waiver. The FCC did not disclose Netgear's justification or its plan to onshore manufacturing, and the approval process remains opaque. Most new routers will require exemptions, a framework critics say could slow approvals, reduce competition, and delay next-gen Wi‑Fi as supply chains adapt.

via Ars Technica|
#exemption#fcc#manufacturing
FCC Grants Netgear a Time-Bound Pass for Foreign-Made Routers
technology1 month ago

FCC Grants Netgear a Time-Bound Pass for Foreign-Made Routers

Netgear won a conditional FCC exemption allowing it to sell new foreign-made Wi‑Fi routers and mesh systems while it seeks full certifications, with the exemption lasting until Oct 1, 2027. The Defense Department found no national security risk, but Netgear must still obtain FCC certifications for each device, giving an 18‑month window to certify future models. Other brands can continue selling existing models under separate deadlines, while the post-2027 path remains unclear.

via PCMag|
#conditional-approval#exemption#fcc
FCC Bans New Foreign-Made Routers to Push U.S. Manufacturing
technology1 month ago

FCC Bans New Foreign-Made Routers to Push U.S. Manufacturing

The FCC announced a rule prohibiting new consumer Wi‑Fi routers made outside the US, while existing models may continue to be used or sold and will receive software updates under a waiver; it offers a Conditional Approval exemption process for manufacturers to show how they will shift production to the US, including disclosures about foreign ownership and timelines. The move aims to strengthen cybersecurity and trusted supply chains and could affect vendors like TP-Link, Netgear, and Asus, though exemptions may limit immediate impact.

via PCMag|
#exemption#fcc#foreign-made
High School Students Exempted from History Exam Due to Wrong Subject Taught
education6 months ago

High School Students Exempted from History Exam Due to Wrong Subject Taught

In Queensland, Australia, 140 high school students were exempted from their final ancient history exam after teachers mistakenly taught them about Augustus Caesar instead of Julius Caesar, the exam topic, due to a miscommunication that was only discovered days before the assessment. The students will be assessed on other coursework components, and an investigation is underway to prevent future errors.

via Dexerto|
#education#exemption#history-exam
Pentagon Limits Facial Hair Exemptions for Troops to One Year
military8 months ago

Pentagon Limits Facial Hair Exemptions for Troops to One Year

The Pentagon has announced that military personnel seeking exemptions from shaving facial hair for over a year must have a medical treatment plan, or face separation from service, emphasizing the importance of grooming standards for maintaining the warrior ethos. This policy change affects all branches and aims to tighten regulations after years of relaxed grooming rules.

via AP News|
#exemption#military#military-grooming-standards
"Panera Bread's Exemption from California Minimum Wage Law Raises Questions"
politics2 years ago

"Panera Bread's Exemption from California Minimum Wage Law Raises Questions"

California Gov. Gavin Newsom is under scrutiny after a report revealed that one of his longtime donors, a billionaire restaurant owner who owns Panera Bread franchises, benefited from an exemption in the state's new minimum wage law. The exemption, specific to chains that bake and sell their own bread, has raised questions due to the donor's significant political contributions. The revelation has prompted calls for an investigation from the top Republican in the California Assembly, while Newsom's spokesperson defended the law as the result of extensive negotiations. The minimum wage increase, excluding exemptions for certain businesses, is set to take effect on April 1.

via KABC-TV|
#california#exemption#gavin-newsom
BTS's Military Enlistment: ARMYs Show Respect and Support
entertainment2 years ago

BTS's Military Enlistment: ARMYs Show Respect and Support

All seven members of BTS have now enlisted in mandatory military service in South Korea, causing a debate over whether the K-pop superstars should have been exempted due to their global influence and contribution to the economy. The first member to enlist was Jin, followed by J-Hope, Suga, RM, V, Jimin, and Jung Kook. BTS is expected to reunite around 2025, but may perform for fellow troops during their enlistment. The South Korean government had allowed K-pop stars to defer enlistment until the age of 30 but did not grant them full exemption.

via Dazed|
#bts#entertainment#exemption