FCC plans to block Chinese telecom firms from direct US network access, citing security risks and cyber espionage concerns.
US plans to ban Chinese telecom firms from direct access to US phone numbers
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The US plans to ban Chinese telecom firms from direct access to US phone numbers for national security reasons.
- US FCC will vote on November 19 to ban Chinese telecoms from direct phone number access.
- The move aims to prevent scam robocalls and restrict IP-enabled service providers.
- Chinese Embassy criticized the action as harmful to US businesses and consumers.
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