WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection has issued a final rule amending regulations to require all non-citizens to be photographed when entering or exiting the United States. This action allows the collection of other biometrics from non-exempt non-citizens. The regulation removes prior restrictions that limited biometric collection to pilot programs and specific ports. This allows the collection of biometrics from non-citizens depa  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 (TNSFR) -- The Federal Communications Commission proposed rule to bolster national security and accelerate the buildout of submarine cables connecting to the United States. This action proposes a regulatory framework aimed at preventing risks posed by current and potential foreign adversaries while promoting the use of trusted technology. The proposal seeks to require entities that own or operate Submarine Line Terminal Equipment (SLTEs) to become licensees. The agency is co  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 (TNSFR) -- The Federal Communications Commission adopted a report and order that revises its submarine cable licensing process and institutes rule changes intended to shield essential U.S. communications infrastructure from threats posed by entities associated with a foreign adversary. The action establishes requirements aimed at enhancing the security and resilience of these underwater cable systems, which are vital to American economic strength and data demands. The new ru  more