Ars Technica

Cable lobby warns of chaos if FCC doesn’t relax ban on foreign routers

The cable industry’s primary lobby group is seeking a waiver of the Federal Communications Commission ban on foreign routers, warning of potential chaos if cable Internet service providers can’t ...
The New York Times

Is Your Router Due for an Upgrade? Here’s How to Tell.

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Joel Santo Domingo It’s easy to go years without thinking about your router, ...
CNN

These are 2 best mesh Wi-Fi routers for stable, easy-to-use home internet

The fight for the throne went to the fastest data-slinger in my apartment. The Asus ZenWiFi BT6 landed the highest download speed scores on the Internet Health Test, averaging out at 652.7 Mbps.
Fox Business

FBI offers urgent guidance on securing home routers after disrupting Russian intelligence hacking network

Foreign hackers are looking to exploit vulnerabilities in Americans' internet routers, and the FBI is offering tips for securing your home or office routers after it announced actions it took to crack ...
9to5Mac

Netgear can now sell new wireless routers in the US but nobody knows why [U]

Last month saw a surprise ban on almost every new wireless router intended for use in US homes. The FCC ruling described all foreign-made routers as a national security risk. The FCC offered a pathway ...
CNET

I Used to Tell People to Skip Wi-Fi 7 Routers. CNET's Lab Testing Changed My Mind

I used to think Wi-Fi 7 routers were overhyped and overpriced. But after testing and evaluating 34 routers at our CNET Lab, I've changed my mind. I saw firsthand just how much speed you can get for ...
BGR

Can You Actually Buy An American-Made Router In 2026?

In early 2026, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) made a big announcement: It had banned routers produced in foreign countries due to national security concerns. That means any equipment not ...
ZDNet

Your router may be vulnerable to Russian hackers, FBI warns: 5 steps to take now

The FBI and NSA are warning of new threats targeting routers. Attacks from Russian hackers can compromise your router. Update the firmware and tighten your router password. When was the last time you ...
TechCrunch

Russian government hackers broke into thousands of home routers to steal passwords

A group of Russian government hackers have hijacked thousands of home and small business routers around the world as part of an ongoing campaign aimed at redirecting victim’s internet traffic to steal ...
Consumer Reports

What the FCC Ban on Foreign-Made Routers Means for U.S. Consumers

In March, citing national security concerns, the Federal Communications Commission said it was banning all new foreign-made WiFi router models from being imported or sold in the U.S. And because ...
Popular Mechanics

A New Government Ruling Bans Foreign-Made WiFi Routers—But Your Current Setup Is Probably Safe

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Why Did the U.S. Ban Them? Which Routers Are Made in the U.S.? What This Means for ...
Reason

FCC Bans Nearly All Wireless Routers Sold in the U.S.

This week, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) effectively banned the sale of nearly all wireless routers in the U.S., in yet another example of the government making Americans' consumer ...