FCC exempts Netgear from ban on foreign routers, doesn't explain why
Summary
The FCC granted Netgear a conditional exemption from its foreign-router ban, with the decision not explicitly explained. Exemptions last until October 2027 and require a plan to onshore manufacturing; the process is opaque and could affect security updates and future device availability. The article notes that most router makers will need exemptions to release new models, highlighting challenges for supply chains and consumer choices.