See also https://www.fcc.gov/document/eb-fines-7-companies-failing-respond-investigative-requests finalizing forfeitures for substantially similar "failure to respond" violations against: Cogito Tech; Fikaxo Technology; Lyno Dynamics; Skyhigh Tech; Spatial Hover Inc.; SZ Knowact Robot; WaveGo Tech.

What it does The Forfeiture Order adopts and makes final the tentative findings and conclusions in the Bureau’s July 10, 2026 Notice of Apparent Liability, and orders Cogito to pay $25,000 under section 503(b) of the Communications Act and the FCC’s forfeiture rules. Payment is due within 30 calendar days after release, with payment and notification procedures specified through CORES, credit card, ACH, or wire transfer. The order states that nonpayment may lead to referral to the Department of Justice for enforcement.

Who it affects The order directly affects Cogito, which did not respond to the LOI or file a response to the NAL. It also concerns Cogito’s U.S. agents for service of process, David Wu of United Consulting Technology Services Co., Ltd. and Alan Graham of Vishtec LLC, and the FCC offices responsible for enforcement and payment administration.

Why it matters The decision uses a failure to provide information as the basis for a penalty in a Covered List-related inquiry. The FCC explains that nonresponse undermines its ability to protect U.S. consumers and mitigate national-security risks associated with certain entities marketing RF equipment.

Key dates and numbers

• December 22, 2025: RF equipment referenced as added to the Covered List.
• July 10, 2026: NAL issued; Cogito was proposed for a $25,000 forfeiture.
• August 31, 2026: Forfeiture Order adopted and released.
• $25,000: Final monetary forfeiture.
• 30 calendar days: Payment period after release.