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U.S. government, Hytera Communications share key evidence, arguments for February criminal trial
U.S. government, Hytera Communications share key evidence, arguments for February criminal trial

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California statewide deployment of NG911 ‘on hold’ pending project assessment
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Cybersecurity
At least 8 US companies hit in telecom attack spree, officials say
At least 8 US companies hit in telecom attack spree, officials say
Dec 4, 2024
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by Matt Kapko / Cybersecurity Dive
Coverage & Interference
AT&T FirstNet: Fred Scalera discusses Maui wildfire response, new marine deployable
AT&T FirstNet: Fred Scalera discusses Maui wildfire response, new marine deployable
Nov 29, 2024
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byDonny Jackson, Editor
LMR
U.S. government, Hytera Communications share key evidence, arguments for February criminal trial
U.S. government, Hytera Communications share key evidence, arguments for February criminal trial
Nov 27, 2024
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7 Min Read
byDonny Jackson, Editor
Regulations
Trump names Brendan Carr as next FCC chairman
Trump names Brendan Carr as next FCC chairman
Nov 19, 2024
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4 Min Read
byDonny Jackson, Editor
Tracking, Monitoring & Control
With new leadership, NextNav and Anterix boast of 900MHz momentum
With new leadership, NextNav and Anterix boast of 900MHz momentum
Nov 17, 2024
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2 Min Read
byMike Dano / Light Reading
Tower & Site
Rescue 42 unveils 50-pound deployable cell tower
Rescue 42 unveils 50-pound deployable cell tower
Nov 14, 2024
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byDonny Jackson, Editor
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Satellite Direct to Device
Lynk shakes up leadership again with new CEO, CFO
Lynk shakes up leadership again with new CEO, CFO
Nov 11, 2024
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byDonny Jackson, Editor
LMR licensing activity growing in business-industrial sector, FCC data indicates
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LMR licensing activity growing in business-industrial sector, FCC data indicates
LMR licensing activity growing in business-industrial sector, FCC data indicates
Nov 6, 2024
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byDonny Jackson, Editor
Chinese military unit infiltrated Motorola Solutions computers in 2017, U.S. government claims
LMR
Chinese military unit infiltrated Motorola Solutions computers in 2017, U.S. government claims
Chinese military unit infiltrated Motorola Solutions computers in 2017, U.S. government claims
Oct 29, 2024
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byDonny Jackson, Editor
T-Mobile relinquishes mmWave spectrum ‘not feasible’ to deploy
Broadband
T-Mobile relinquishes mmWave spectrum ‘not feasible’ to deploy
T-Mobile relinquishes mmWave spectrum ‘not feasible’ to deploy
Oct 22, 2024
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byMike Dano / Light Reading
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Donny Jackson

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Critical Infrastructure
A note from the editor about recent changes
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Public Safety
September 3GPP Plenary: 6G officially begins, Release 19 on track
Oct 15, 2024
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Dean Prochaska

Senior Director of Standards

Public Safety
Latest 3GPP standards-development work includes new classes of HPUE, progress on mission-critical services
Apr 22, 2024
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Richard (Dick) Mirgon

Public-safety Consultant

Public Safety
Is LMR the best solution for first responders? Should 4.9 GHz license go to the FirstNet Authority?
Mar 24, 2024
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Caroline Hicks

Informa Tech

Enterprise
Countdown to IWCE 2024: Your Last-Minute Guide
Mar 20, 2024
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Ed Parkinson

Former CEO of the FirstNet Authority

Public Safety
FirstNet Authority reauthorization needed as public-safety-driven network evolution proceeds
Mar 16, 2024
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Partner Content
AI & Analytics
Google, NLC issue AI guide for city leaders

The National League of Cities and Google announced on Wednesday a report on how local governments can leverage artificial intelligence-driven technologies — and mitigate the risks they present.

Nov 17, 2024
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Tracking, Monitoring & ControlWith new leadership, NextNav and Anterix boast of 900MHz momentum
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IoTHow ambient IoT and generative AI can make products talk
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Critical InfrastructureTrump 2.0 may mean fewer cybersecurity regs, shift in threats
Nov 16, 2024
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Cybersecurity
At least 8 US companies hit in telecom attack spree, officials say
At least 8 US companies hit in telecom attack spree, officials say

Dec 4, 2024

Critical Infrastructure
A note from the editor about recent changes
A note from the editor about recent changes

Dec 3, 2024

Coverage & Interference
AT&T FirstNet: Fred Scalera discusses Maui wildfire response, new marine deployable
AT&T FirstNet: Fred Scalera discusses Maui wildfire response, new marine deployable

Nov 29, 2024

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Policy

Tracking, Monitoring & Control
C-V2X, with 5G specs, takes another step forward in the US
C-V2X, with 5G specs, takes another step forward in the US

Nov 25, 2024

Critical Infrastructure
Leaky cybersecurity holes put water systems at risk
Leaky cybersecurity holes put water systems at risk

Nov 25, 2024

911
California statewide deployment of NG911 ‘on hold’ pending project assessment
California statewide deployment of NG911 ‘on hold’ pending project assessment

Nov 23, 2024

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System Design

Cybersecurity
At least 8 US companies hit in telecom attack spree, officials say
At least 8 US companies hit in telecom attack spree, officials say

Dec 4, 2024

Coverage & Interference
AT&T FirstNet: Fred Scalera discusses Maui wildfire response, new marine deployable
AT&T FirstNet: Fred Scalera discusses Maui wildfire response, new marine deployable

Nov 29, 2024

AI & Analytics
Are local governments prepared for AI? 38% of IT leaders say not at all
Are local governments prepared for AI? 38% of IT leaders say not at all

Nov 27, 2024

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Devices & Solutions

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LMR
U.S. government, Hytera Communications share key evidence, arguments for February criminal trial
U.S. government, Hytera Communications share key evidence, arguments for February criminal trial

Nov 27, 2024

Drones & Robots
First fully robotic double lung transplant performed in New York
First fully robotic double lung transplant performed in New York

Nov 26, 2024

Drones & Robots
Robotic dog with wheels climbs steps, speeds down mountains
Robotic dog with wheels climbs steps, speeds down mountains

Nov 25, 2024

Tracking, Monitoring & Control
C-V2X, with 5G specs, takes another step forward in the US
C-V2X, with 5G specs, takes another step forward in the US

Nov 25, 2024

Videos

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AT&T FirstNet: Fred Scalera discusses Maui wildfire response, new marine deployableAT&T FirstNet: Fred Scalera discusses Maui wildfire response, new marine deployable
byDonny Jackson
Nov 29, 2024
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Motorola Solutions: Jeff Sausman, Jim Wolfinbarger demo VESTA NXT call-handling solutionMotorola Solutions: Jeff Sausman, Jim Wolfinbarger demo VESTA NXT call-handling solution
byDonny Jackson
Sep 10, 2024
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JVCKENWOOD: Lori Kowal showcases upcoming multiband, multiprotocol mobile radioJVCKENWOOD: Lori Kowal showcases upcoming multiband, multiprotocol mobile radio
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Sep 8, 2024
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CentralSquare: Amanda Hamilton showcases CAD-to-CAD sharing via Unify platformCentralSquare: Amanda Hamilton showcases CAD-to-CAD sharing via Unify platform
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Sep 4, 2024
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JVCKENWOOD: Linda Trine outlines StarGate console's features, coming capabilitiesJVCKENWOOD: Linda Trine outlines StarGate console's features, coming capabilities
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Sep 2, 2024
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Tait, TE Connectivity: Daniel Draughn, Matthew Johnson explain how Tait R5 delivers command-and-control info to vehiclesTait, TE Connectivity: Daniel Draughn, Matthew Johnson explain how Tait R5 delivers command-and-control info to vehicles
byDonny Jackson
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Tyler Technologies: Josh Marquardt highlights features of configurable CAD systemTyler Technologies: Josh Marquardt highlights features of configurable CAD system
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Aug 27, 2024
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Motorola Solutions: Jim Wolfinbarger, Anna Davalos show new offering delivering CAD info to officersMotorola Solutions: Jim Wolfinbarger, Anna Davalos show new offering delivering CAD info to officers
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Aug 25, 2024
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Rescue 42: Tim O'Connell displays module enabling deployable GEO, LEO satellite backhaulRescue 42: Tim O'Connell displays module enabling deployable GEO, LEO satellite backhaul
byDonny Jackson
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Comtech: Jamie Hart showcases analytics offering to help 911 centers measure performanceComtech: Jamie Hart showcases analytics offering to help 911 centers measure performance
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Aug 19, 2024
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CompassCom: John Gallagher talks about company's role in BK Technologies' LocateONE offeringCompassCom: John Gallagher talks about company's role in BK Technologies' LocateONE offering
byDonny Jackson
Aug 19, 2024
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JPS: Roman Kaluta highlights expanded functionality of Z-Series Controller to support interoperabilityJPS: Roman Kaluta highlights expanded functionality of Z-Series Controller to support interoperability
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Aug 19, 2024
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