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  Federal Communication Commission (FCC, US) On June 12, 2024, the Wireless Telecommunications Bureau (WTB) and the Office of Engineering and Technology (OET) of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued a public notice allowing certified Spectrum Access System (SAS) administrators to modify the aggregate interference model used to regulate Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) operations in the 3.55-3.7 GHz (3.5 GHz) band. The public notice can be viewed here . 👉 Contact GCA Tel. +82-31-360-8180 Email: forest.lee@gca-kr.com GCA Global Website

Changes to the conformity assessment of targeted equipment scheduled for June 30   The changes to the conformity assessment of targeted equipment are due to the implementation of the revised "Notification on Conformity Assessment of Broadcasting and Telecommunication Equipment," which was amended in December 2023 and is set to take effect on June 30, 2024.   1.      Items moving from non-targeted to targeted for conformity assessment Targeted equipment Types of Conformity Assessment Laser welders and cutters Registered with designated testing agency LiDAR lamps Scalp LED helmets Registered with designated testing agency (Self-registration for models operating on USB or battery power) Tufting guns Automatic can sealers Laser engravers Laser marking coders Hot air shrinkers Self-test registration DC powered pr

Government and industry unite to drive growth in the EV battery service sector   Electric vehicle (EV) battery services cover the entire lifecycle of a battery, from installation to recycling, generating added value through charging, maintenance, and more. As the global adoption of EVs increases, this emerging industry is gaining attention. Reflecting this potential, on June 18th, South Korea's ministries responsible for trade, transportation, and the environment co-hosted a meeting to promote the EV battery service industry.   At the meeting, the industry presented eight promising service models that it had selected. These include subscription services and financial services aimed at reducing the cost burden of purchasing electric vehicles, performance diagnostic services designed to extend the life and safety of batteries, and services that generate additional revenue through carbon credit trading and power trading using EV batteries.   A "Public-Private Joint Co

  Electric Scooter Use of KC Certified Electric Scooters According to the National Fire Information System's fire statistics, there have been 467 electric scooter fires in the past five years, with the number increasing each year, necessitating caution. There were 175 incidents in the summer (June to August), the highest among the seasons, followed by 118 in autumn, 99 in spring, and 75 in winter, making summer fire incidents more than twice those in winter. Especially in summer, the rising temperatures can cause the battery of electric scooters to overheat suddenly, significantly increasing the risk of fire, so extra caution is required. To prevent electric scooter fires, it is crucial to use products that have been certified for safety, such as those with KC certification. Additionally, avoid storing the scooter in high-temperature locations for extended periods, unplug the power cord immediately after charging is complete, and refrain from making unauthorized modifications to in

The selection process for the top 10 leading projects in AI Autonomous Manufacturing has begun   South Korea's Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy has begun implementing the AI Autonomous Manufacturing initiative, aiming to enhance key industries by integrating AI-based robotics into manufacturing processes. This effort follows the recent announcement of the "AI Autonomous Manufacturing Strategy 1.0" and the initiation of the selection process for top projects under this strategy.   After announcing the "AI Autonomous Manufacturing Strategy 1.0," South Korea's Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy identified over 40 potential projects through surveys and meetings. They began an official demand survey on June 5 and plan to finalize the top 10 projects by August. Additionally, an AI Autonomous Manufacturing Alliance will be launched in July to reveal the list of candidate projects.   The Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy in South Korea

  Custom Cosmetics The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) has revised the "Regulations on Reporting Production and Import Performance and Ingredient Lists of Cosmetics" to allow for the reporting of ingredient lists by product group for various customized cosmetics. The revision was announced on June 14. Custom cosmetics sellers are required to report the ingredient lists of custom cosmetics to the MFDS once a year. Custom cosmetics are defined as those where ingredients specified by the MFDS are added or mixed with the base material, considering individual skin characteristics and personal preferences, or where the contents are subdivided. This can result in numerous products depending on the use of various ingredients. Through this revision, custom cosmetics sellers can now report the ingredient lists of custom cosmetics by grouping them into one product category if the base material is the same, even if the product names differ. Previously, they had to report the ingr