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Ronald Quirk

Ron is an IoT attorney with the law firm of Marashlian & Donahue, PLLC, focusing his practice on serving the complex legal and regulatory requirements of various IoT industry players. Ron specializes in broadband infrastructure siting, spectrum allocation, RF equipment authorization & marketing, cybersecurity, advocacy before the FCC, FTC, and state PUCs, licensing, and regulatory best practices.

Ron is an IoT attorney with the law firm of Marashlian & Donahue, PLLC, focusing his practice on serving the complex legal and regulatory requirements of various IoT industry players. Ron specializes in broadband infrastructure siting, spectrum allocation, RF equipment authorization & marketing, cybersecurity, advocacy before the FCC, FTC, and state PUCs, licensing, and regulatory best practices.

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IoT Equipment Suppliers Be Warned - FCC Strictly Enforces RF Equipment Rules
IoT Equipment Suppliers Be Warned - FCC Strictly Enforces RF Equipment Rules

IoT Equipment Suppliers Be Warned - FCC Strictly Enforces RF Equipment Rules

In a recent release, the FCC threatened to prohibit non-compliant RF equipment suppliers, including IoT suppliers, from marketing their devices in the US.

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Surviving the IoT Cyber Attack Pandemic
Surviving the IoT Cyber Attack Pandemic

Surviving the IoT Cyber Attack Pandemic

An IoT cyber attack can cause massive damage, so it's critical to secure firmware on devices and obey FCC security mandates.

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T-Mobile's Proposal to FCC: Eliminate Unlicensed Use of 3.5 GHz Band
T-Mobile's Proposal to FCC: Eliminate Unlicensed Use of 3.5 GHz Band

T-Mobile's Proposal to FCC: Eliminate Unlicensed Use of 3.5 GHz Band

The proposal would substantially raise barriers to entry for those seeking to utilize the 3.5 GHz band, which is critical to the growth of 5G in the U.S. 

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High-Level Overview of the FCC 's Equipment Regulation Changes - IoT Device Suppliers Beware
High-Level Overview of the FCC 's Equipment Regulation Changes - IoT Device Suppliers Beware

High-Level Overview of the FCC 's Equipment Regulation Changes - IoT Device Suppliers Beware

In its July 2017 Open Meeting, the FCC voted to approve a Report and Order containing new equipment regulation changes. Here's what you need to know.

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Don't Let the FCC Take Away 3.5 GHz Shared Spectrum!
Don't Let the FCC Take Away 3.5 GHz Shared Spectrum!

Don't Let the FCC Take Away 3.5 GHz Shared Spectrum!

T-Mobile is proposing to eliminate unlicensed use of the spectrum, raising the barrier to entry for businesses seeking to utilize the 3.5 GHz band.

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E-Labeling IoT Devices: Cutting Corners Costs You, Triggers Market Exclusion
E-Labeling IoT Devices: Cutting Corners Costs You, Triggers Market Exclusion

E-Labeling IoT Devices: Cutting Corners Costs You, Triggers Market Exclusion

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently codified rules that permit e-labeling of radiofrequency and IoT devices.

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House Passes Self-Driving Car Bill, IoT Component Manufacturers Expect Booming Business
House Passes Self-Driving Car Bill, IoT Component Manufacturers Expect Booming Business

House Passes Self-Driving Car Bill, IoT Component Manufacturers Expect Booming Business

On September 6, 2017, the House unanimously passed the Safely Ensuring Lives Future Deployment in Vehicle Evolution Act (SELF-DRIVE Act).

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DoT Announces “Voluntary” Self-Driving Vehicle Safety Guidelines; Industry Comments Will Likely Shape Upcoming Mandatory Regulations
DoT Announces “Voluntary” Self-Driving Vehicle Safety Guidelines; Industry Comments Will Likely Shape Upcoming Mandatory Regulations

DoT Announces “Voluntary” Self-Driving Vehicle Safety Guidelines; Industry Comments Will Likely Shape Upcoming Mandatory Regulations

U.S. Department of Transportation released its Automated Driving Systems: A Vision for Safety publication, containing safety guidelines and procedures.

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FCC 3.5 GHz Rule Overhaul Could Devastate Smaller Carriers and Rural Areas That Need Broadband
FCC 3.5 GHz Rule Overhaul Could Devastate Smaller Carriers and Rural Areas That Need Broadband

FCC 3.5 GHz Rule Overhaul Could Devastate Smaller Carriers and Rural Areas That Need Broadband

Recent FCC proceedings included an overhaul of 3.5 GHz band rules that could have a devastating impact on small carriers and rural areas that use broadband.

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Strength in Numbers: Work Together to Save the Current CBRS Rules!
Strength in Numbers: Work Together to Save the Current CBRS Rules!

Strength in Numbers: Work Together to Save the Current CBRS Rules!

The FCC recently released Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to overhaul the current Citizen’s Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) rules.

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FCC Aggressively Cracking Down on RF Equipment Rule Violators
FCC Aggressively Cracking Down on RF Equipment Rule Violators

FCC Aggressively Cracking Down on RF Equipment Rule Violators

FCC Compliance: The FCC’s threat of revoking manufacturers’ authorizations is a new enforcement practice, cracking down on RF equipment rule violations.

Ronald Quirk