https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/us-plans-to-ban-chinese-telecom-firms-from-direct-access-to-us-phone-numbersContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/us-plans-to-ban-chinese-telecom-firms-from-direct-access-to-us-phone-numbershttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/us-plans-to-ban-chinese-telecom-firms-from-direct-access-to-us-phone-numbers#u171841Tue, 03 Nov 2026 10:41:43 +0000The United States is moving to block Chinese telecommunications companies from obtaining direct access to American phone numbers, citing national security concerns. Officials intend the measure to prevent scam-related robocalls. The policy will also target internet protocol-enabled service providers that rely on equipment manufactured by blacklisted companies. This action follows broader regulatory steps by the Federal Communications Commission against Chinese tech entities. Beijing has criticized recent device-testing restrictions and warned of supply chain disruptions.Why it mattersWashingto