Amid the rapid adoption of 5G, satellite communications, and IoT technologies, stable wireless connectivity has become a core competitive factor for computers and peripheral products. SGS provides one-stop testing services covering communication protocols, RF regulatory compliance, conformity assessment, and cybersecurity verification, enabling manufacturers to ensure product quality and market competitiveness. At COMPUTEX 2026, SGS will showcase its wireless communication testing services and cordially invites computer manufacturers to visit its booth.

When terrestrial networks are no longer the boundary, how can enterprises capture the "air-to-ground" communication dividends？

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The Ministry of Heavy Industries of India (MHI) announced on January 14, 2026, to withdrawal of the Machinery and Electrical Equipment Safety (Omnibus Technical Regulation) Order, 2024, commonly referred to as Scheme-X OTR. The withdrawal takes effect immediately, and the regulation is no longer applicable.

SGS will participate in COMPUTEX 2026, showcasing our capabilities in corporate sustainability and digital trust through AI cybersecurity, ESG solutions, and one-stop testing, inspection, and certification services, helping electronics and electrical manufacturers strengthen compliance and accelerate global market entry.

The review of the EU PFAS restriction proposal continues to advance steadily. Based on stakeholder input, authorities have updated the background documents and expanded the scope to cover additional industrial sectors. 2026 is expected to be a critical milestone, with scientific committees scheduled to issue assessment opinions in March and again toward the end of the year to help shape the future regulatory framework. The final opinion is expected by the end of 2026.

SGS do Brasil Ltda. earned a new ANATEL testing scope under ABNT NBR ISO/IEC 17025.

The U.S. PFAS policy landscape underwent significant adjustments in 2024-2025: The EPA has postponed the TSCA reporting requirements twice to 2026. Meanwhile, state-level bans took effect as scheduled, setting the stage for a peak period in 2026 where federal reporting requirements and state-level enforcement will advance in parallel.

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India NCCS announced an update regarding the Pro Tem Certificates by extending their period of validity from six months to two years, which aiming to improve administrative efficiency. Effective from December 5, 2025, all newly issued Pro Tem Certificates will be valid for a period of two years. For existing Pro Tem Certificates that are nearing expiration, applicants who apply for renewal through the MTCTE portal will receive a renewed certificate valid for the remaining period up to a total of two years from the date of initial issuance.