FCC reply comments are due July 27 on ID checks for prepaid phones
The FCC is weighing whether carriers should verify identities before activating prepaid wireless service, a proposal with implications for privacy, fraud enforcement, domestic-violence safety planning, and access to service. (sources: www.federalregister.gov, www.fcc.gov, www.techradar.com, www.techrepublic.com)
The FCC is considering a proposal that would require identity checks for prepaid phone users. The agency is accepting reply comments until July 27.
- The FCC is exploring measures to address anonymous use of prepaid phones.
- The proposal is aimed at addressing issues related to privacy, fraud, and access.
- Reply comments on the proposal are due by July 27.
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