SurgePays, Inc. has issued a statement to correct what it calls incorrect information regarding a Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture (NAL) sent by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to its subsidiary, Torch Wireless. The company refutes claims of non-cooperation, clarifying that the NAL relates solely to the timeliness of a document submission and not any substantive misconduct.
Key Details
- Event: The FCC issued the NAL to Torch Wireless on or about July 22, 2026, concerning the alleged late submission of documents related to a March 11, 2026 Letter of Inquiry.
- Company's Position: SurgePays states that Torch Wireless responded to the inquiry on May 15, 2026, and believed documents were timely submitted on June 3, 2026, but technical issues with the FCC's submission portal may have caused the delay. The company asserts it acted in good faith and remains in compliance.
- Next Steps: Torch Wireless has since re-uploaded the documents, which the FCC has confirmed receiving. The company disputes the basis of the NAL and intends to seek its withdrawal or pursue legal remedies if necessary.