June 14, 2026 to June 20, 2026

This is Queen Street Analytics' weekly digest of regulatory developments, legislative discussions and other government-related news concerning ICT, cloud computing, digital infrastructure, social media platforms, digital privacy, AI, cybersecurity, blockchain, Web3 and cryptocurrencies. Once a week, we break down the most important updates in this space in under five minutes.

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📋 In This Week's Newsletter

• 🇺🇸 Federal Government News
• 📜 Legislative Updates
• 📚 What We're Reading This Week

Federal Government News

GSA Proposes AI Data Safeguarding Clause for Federal Contracts

The General Services Administration published a draft clause, 552.239-7001, addressing basic safeguarding of data in Large Language Model (LLM) AI systems used to process government data. The proposal clarifies scope, definitions, contractor responsibilities, intellectual property handling, compliance requirements, data localization, reporting mandates, and privacy provisions. It requires detailed flowdown to subcontractors, outlines reporting obligations for incidents affecting government data, and includes unbiased AI principles focused on factual, neutral performance. Input is sought on contract implementation and compliance, with a public listening session scheduled for July 14 at George Washington Law School. Written comments are due August 3, 2026.

Sources: www.federalregister.gov

FCC Invites Public Comment on Information Collection Relating to Foreign Adversary Control

The FCC issued a notice requesting comment on a new information collection associated with the Foreign Adversary Control Report & Order. This order introduces attestation and disclosure requirements for regulated entities, making it mandatory to report ownership or control by foreign adversaries. Entities must provide additional details about the nature of such control, with ongoing triggers for reporting and streamlined enforcement for non-compliance. Certain disclosures will be published for public review, with comments due by August 17, 2026.

Sources: www.federalregister.gov

International Trade Commission Launches Expanded Investigation on Networking Equipment Patent Infringement

The ITC has modified its investigation (No. 337-TA-1489) involving laptops, routers, gateways, and components thereof, to include allegations of infringement on additional dependent claims (7, 9, 10, 20) of U.S. Patent No. 10,917,272 against respondents including ASUSTeK Computer, TP-Link Systems, and Ubiquiti Inc. The proceedings now address both the complaint and notice of investigation concerning these claims. The evidentiary hearing is scheduled for ten months out, and parties have been directed to submit procedural responses through the Commission’s docket.

Sources: www.federalregister.gov

FCC Proposes Mandatory Data Collection for Rate Caps in Incarcerated People's Communication Services

The FCC’s Wireline Competition Bureau and Office of Economics and Analytics released a public notice seeking input on the proposed 2026 Mandatory Data Collection for incarcerated people's communications services. The template focuses on data necessary to establish permanent rate caps for audio and video services, removes granularity in ancillary service reporting, and reduces burdens for smaller providers. Key comments are solicited regarding reporting period, cost allocation, safety and security expenditures, and facility cost rate additives. The reporting deadline for providers will be 90 days after adoption of the collection order.

Sources: www.federalregister.gov

FAA Issues Special Conditions for Falcon 900EX Cybersecurity Protections

The Federal Aviation Administration has issued special conditions for the Dassault Aviation Model Falcon 900EX airplane, modified by Honeywell Aerospace, involving digital systems architecture allowing connectivity from external sources. The requirements mandate robust electronic system security protection from unauthorized access, with explicit procedures for ongoing airworthiness and system safeguard maintenance. These special conditions enter into effect June 18, 2026, with comment submissions open through August 3.

Sources: www.federalregister.gov

Legislative Updates

Bill 4823: Quantum Information Science and Transformational Exports

A bill was introduced to amend the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945, incorporating quantum information science and technology into the Program on China and Transformational Exports. The bill was read twice and referred to the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs on June 18, 2026.

Sources: www.congress.gov

MAP for Broadband Funding Act Advances in Senate

Senate passed the MAP for Broadband Funding Act with an amendment by voice vote. The Act addresses funding allocations for broadband infrastructure development and awaits further action in the House.

Sources: www.congress.gov

Advanced Transmission Technology to Reduce Rates Act Introduced

The Advanced Transmission Technology to Reduce Rates Act was referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill focuses on promoting adoption of advanced transmission technologies to reduce electricity rates.

Sources: www.congress.gov

9363: Artificial Intelligence Research Center Proposal

A bill to amend the National Artificial Intelligence Initiative Act of 2020 was introduced to establish a new center on artificial intelligence, aiming to secure U.S. leadership in AI research, development, and evaluation. The bill was referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

Sources: www.congress.gov

Bill 4794: Cybersecurity Reporting for Precision Agriculture

A bill has been introduced that would require the Secretaries of Agriculture and Homeland Security to report to Congress on cybersecurity in precision agriculture technologies. Latest action is referral to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.

Sources: www.congress.gov

What We're Reading This Week

• Federal Energy Regulator Seeks to Limit Conflicts Over Data Centers: FERC moves to address disputes between utilities and data center operators over power allocation.
• Federal regulators order grid operators to speed power to energy-hungry AI data centers: Federal regulators direct grid operators to accelerate electricity delivery to AI-driven data centers.
• America’s chip advantage is essential to protecting the American Dream: Commentary on why U.S. semiconductor competitiveness is critical for the economy.
• Opinion | I Have a Dream—and a Copyright: Discussion of copyright implications for iconic historical speeches and digital streaming.
• US cybersecurity firm N-able opens India GCC, plans 50% local workforce expansion by end-2026: N-able expands its India global capability center and aims to increase its local workforce.
• Travel mistake puts phone, laptop and streaming accounts at risk: Article highlights how common travel errors can compromise personal device and account security.

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