Office of Information and Communications Technology and Services

📢 Exciting news from the Office of Information and Communications Technology and Services (OICTS)! Last week, we announced the release of our Connected Vehicles Final Rule (Linked Below)

This rule reflects diligent work by the OICTS team, countless hours of collaboration with industry stakeholders, in-depth analysis of public comments, and innovative strategies to address national security risks without imposing unnecessary burdens on the industry.

Whether or not you're in the automotive sector, this rule is a must-read for anyone interested in how OICTS applies its ICTS authorities to emerging technologies. It outlines:

✅ Delayed effective dates for smoother transitions

✅ Practical compliance mechanisms, such as specific authorizations and advisory opinions

✅ A thorough analysis of the risks that guided our approach

This rule sets a strong precedent for future OICTS regulatory actions, building a balanced framework that supports security while fostering innovation.

We’re proud of this milestone and look forward to continuing our mission to safeguard technology and communication systems.

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Big news! Today, OICTS at the U.S. Department of Commerce published a proposed rule to secure connected vehicle supply chains from foreign adversary threats. This rule would protect our national security by prohibiting certain tech from the PRC and Russia. Read more here:

Commerce Announces Proposed Rule to Secure Connected Vehicle Supply Chains from Foreign Adversary Threats | Bureau of Industry and Security Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock ( ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

BREAKING: To protect our national security, the Department of Commerce has banned Kaspersky Lab and its affiliates from providing certain cybersecurity services and anti-virus products and services to U.S. customers due to national security risks. Effective starting on July 20, 2024. Stay informed and protect your data! 🛡️

Please visit oicts.bis.gov/kaspersky to learn more and stay protected!