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Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence (AI) has developed rapidly in recent years. Generative AI applications offer great opportunities for Switzerland, but also confront society with new legal challenges. On 12 February 2025, the Federal Council presented its plans for regulating AI.

Large-scale events

If you are organising or planning to participate in an event such as a concert or sporting competition, it's important to remember that you need a licence for the use of certain wireless communication equipment there. You must apply to the Federal Office of Communications OFCOM for a licence to operate professional mobile radio (PMR) equipment (for voice or data), wireless cameras and satellite news gathering (SNG) equipment.

Exemption from the radio and television fee still possible until the end of 2023

Households that have no means of receiving radio or television programmes can also apply this year to opt out of paying the radio and television fee. The possibility to opt out ends on 31 December 2023.

The Federal Office of Communications

The Federal Office of Communications (OFCOM) is active in the media, telecommunications & postal services and information society sectors in Switzerland. The Office ensures a stable and progressive communications infrastructure and lays the foundations for a strong Swiss media center.

Please do not disturb

OFCOM’s video will show you the points you should keep in mind when purchasing wireless devices (e.g. drones, radio equipment).

Roaming

Using your mobile phone abroad for calls, to send and receive SMS/MMS or to access the internet could cost you dearly.

Adaptive antennas

In this OFCOM explanatory video, you can find out how adaptive antennas improve reception for mobile telephony users.

DETEC eGovernment portal

You can access a range of
OFCOM services via
DETEC's eGovernment
portal.

Frequency use

In order to prevent interference, the use of the frequency spectrum, with or without licences, is being regulated.

Radiocommunication exams

Necessary information regarding maritime radiocommunication examinations and beacons can be found on this page.

Newsletter and social media

Keep up to date with the latest news concerning OFCOM and its areas of activity through its newsletter and social media.

Location of radio transmitters

This map shows the sites of all transmitters being operated to ensure broadcast services and telecommunications services.

Drones and model aircraft

Drones are remote-controlled aircraft. Legally, they are equivalent to model aircraft and are considered radio equipment.

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