The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced an extension allowing foreign-made routers to receive software and firmware updates until January 1, 2029. This change comes after the FCC had initially set the cutoff date for updates to be March 1, 2027. The new waiver expands the types of software updates that can be applied to these devices, which are considered to pose a national security risk. The FCC's decision to ban new foreign-made routers was part of a broader set of rules introduced in March, aimed at enhancing national security. While new hardware from foreign manufacturers is banned, existing routers already approved for sale in the U.S. can still be imported and sold without special exemptions. Notably, companies like Netgear and Eero have received exemptions, allowing them to continue operations despite the restrictions. The FCC also included foreign-made drones in the same regulatory framework, categorizing them as posing an unacceptable risk to U.S. national security.