Compliance Insights
FCC rules move faster than most compliance calendars. This is where we write down what changed, and what it means for your traffic.
Telecom Compliance Audit: What U.S. Voice Providers Must Check in 2026
A practical telecom compliance audit guide for VoIP providers, wholesale carriers, and CPaaS platforms operating in the U.S. — covering FCC filing deadlines, STIR/SHAKEN, robocall mitigation, and the upstream provider vetting rules taking shape in mid-2026.
RMD Annual Recertification: What U.S. Voice Providers Must Do to Stay Compliant
The FCC's Robocall Mitigation Database requires annual recertification from every registered voice provider. Missing or incomplete filings can trigger upstream blocking and FCC enforcement action. Here is what you need to know to stay compliant.
Know Your Upstream Provider (KYUP): A Deep Dive Into the FCC's 2026 Rule
A practical breakdown of the FCC's KYUP rules — what verification and monitoring is now required, and how to build a compliance process around it.
STIR/SHAKEN vs. Call Reputation: Why "A" Attestation Doesn't Stop Spam Labels
Attestation and call reputation are different systems solving different problems. Here is why fully compliant calls can still get flagged as spam — and what actually helps.
STIR/SHAKEN Certificate Revocation and the Trusted CA List Explained
Why certificates get revoked, what the Trusted CA List actually does, and how to make sure your call attestation never silently breaks.
CPNI Annual Filing: Everything You Need to Know Before March 1
What the annual CPNI certification actually requires, who must file, and how to build a real compliance program instead of a last-minute filing scramble.
International STIR/SHAKEN: Compliance for Foreign Carriers Entering the US Market
A guide to STIR/SHAKEN compliance for international carriers entering the US market — FCC registration, OCN acquisition, and certificate requirements.
What Is the FCC Robocall Mitigation Database (RMD)? Complete Guide
Everything you need to know about RMD registration — who must register, how to file, and what information is required for compliance.
How to Obtain a STIR/SHAKEN Certificate: Complete 4-Step Process
The complete process for obtaining a STIR/SHAKEN certificate — FCC 499 registration, OCN acquisition, STI-PA enrollment, and certificate providers.
STIR/SHAKEN Attestation Levels Explained: A, B, and C
A complete guide to STIR/SHAKEN attestation levels — Full (A), Partial (B), and Gateway (C) — and how each affects call deliverability.
FCC's 2025-2026 STIR/SHAKEN Rule Changes: What Every Carrier Must Know
Key FCC rule changes including the Third-Party Authentication Order, Know Your Upstream Provider (KYUP) requirements, and new attestation standards for 2026.
The Complete STIR/SHAKEN Implementation Guide for VoIP Providers (2026)
A step-by-step STIR/SHAKEN implementation roadmap for VoIP providers, resellers, and carriers — FCC registration, OCN acquisition, STI-PA enrollment, and certificate requirements.