Summary

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is the latest federal agency to signal it is monitoring companies’ cybersecurity practices and their susceptibility to cyber-attacks. Specifically, in a January 29, 2026 Public Notice , the FCC issued warnings to small and mid-sized communications providers about the sharp rise in ransomware incidents that are disrupting operations, exposing sensitive information, and locking companies out of essential systems. While the recent FCC’s Public Notice was targeted towards the communications sector, the underlying message applies more broadly: cybersecurity is a priority for the current Administration.

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