FCC Expands Covered List to Restrict Foreign Robots and Inverters Over Security Risks

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has expanded its Covered List to include foreign-produced advanced robotic devices and power inverters due to security risks. New models in these categories are now generally ineligible for equipment authorization, restricting their market entry. Existing authorized devices may continue receiving security updates until 2029. The decision targets potential threats from foreign-manufactured hardware but does not specify particular countries or vendors. No CVE IDs or technical vulnerabilities were cited in the announcement. The policy applies to equipment subject to FCC regulations in the United States.