FCC Bans Foreign-Made Routers, Forcing a Waiting Game on Security Updates
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The FCC has barred the sale of new foreign-made routers in the US, effectively freezing most of the market and risking that devices won’t receive security updates after March 1, 2027. Experts advise delaying new router purchases until the scope of exemptions is clarified; for immediate needs, consider an older budget model and prioritize securing current devices while updates remain possible.
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