Chinese operators are set to lose access to numbers in the USA. Beijing promises a response

The FCC plans to vote on November 19 to revoke telecom access for Chinese companies like China Mobile and China Telecom, citing national security concerns. This decision aims to enhance protection against illegal robocalls and reduce operational costs for VoIP providers. China has protested against the U.S. actions, accusing it of misusing national security to hinder Chinese businesses. The FCC also intends to ban telecom services using equipment from companies deemed security threats, including Huawei and ZTE, and may restrict Chinese firms from testing electronic devices for the U.S. market. Concerns over espionage and data security have intensified, especially following cyberattacks attributed to Chinese hackers.