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“It includes Hamvention's full program. You can browse and schedule the forums, preview the extensive list of exhibitors and find all the events that are happening. Those going are also encouraged to tap on the My Profile icon in the app, add your name and call sign, email address, anything else you'd like to share with other guests because it generates a QR code on your event badge that you can then scan on the app and trade information.”

“The FCC plans to tighten its requirements for testing of electronic devices made in countries such as China before they can be sold to US consumers. The Commission will review an order this month that bans device testing conducted by labs that are, quote, owned or controlled directly by entities that pose national security risks. According to Carr's statement, Chinese labs test about three quarters of all electronics sold in the US.”

“The Brazilian regulator will no longer require Morse code for amateur licenses under the changes that have been under consideration since 2020. The resolution also grants hams the ability to operate on citizens' band 11 meter frequencies. They must identify with their call signs and are limited to 10 watts of power in AM and 25 watts of power in SSB.”

“The grant will allow Dlarc to continue curating and preserving historical content related to Ham Radio for an additional two years. This free resource combines archived digital print materials, born digital content, websites, oral histories, personal collections, and other related materials, records, and publications. Phase two of the library's operation will include acquiring and digitizing material from the California Historical Radio Society.”

“Amazon kicks off its satellite constellation with a launch of its first group of satellites for the Kuiper network. Spacex is thinking about entering a spectrum battle with another satellite operator. These headline stories will come to you in a moment along with this week's special features.”