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Tait, Frequentis partner to offer LifeX software solution in North America

Tait Communications and Frequentis recently announced a strategic partnership that gives Tait Communications exclusive access in North America to the Frequentis LifeX software solution that is designed to integrate digital and analog radio systems, as well as provide a migration path to a host of future technologies. Tait Communications CEO and Managing Director Yoram Benit […]

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Leaders outline struggles, benefits associated with ‘journey’ to NG911

ORLANDO—Migrating public-safety answering points (PSAPs) to an IP-based next-generation 911 (NG911) platform is challenging and can include setbacks, leaders of two high-profile NG911 deployment efforts in the states of California and Texas said during an IWCE 2024 conference session. Budge Currier (pictured above), assistant director of public-safety communications for California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services […]

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Countdown to IWCE 2024: Your Last-Minute Guide

With less than one week left until the grand opening of IWCE 2024, it’s time to gear up for an unforgettable experience at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. As excitement builds, here’s a quick rundown of everything you need to know before the show kicks off: When and Where: Mark your calendars […]

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FCC approves new rules for satellite-direct-to-phone communications

FCC commissioners today voted unanimously to approve new rules designed to let commercial wireless carriers more easily partner with satellite companies to provide supplemental coverage from space (SCS) services that could eliminate coverage gaps when users are outside. FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel outlined the importance of SCS—also known as satellite-direct-to-phone technology—which allows users to maintain […]

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NTIA outlines its plans for commercial operations in the lower 3GHz

The Biden administration said it will study how to shift federal users out of the lower 3GHz band in order to free it up for commercial use. However, the government’s study of the job won’t be done until 2026. Regardless, the 5G industry is viewing the development as a win. “We are encouraged by the […]

Things to know about IWCE 2024: PSAP of the Future exhibit

What am I most excited about for IWCE 2024? I might say the Drinks, Bites & Insights special event open to ALL BADGE TYPES on Tuesday at 4:15 p.m. where we’ll be talking satellite-direct-to-device service from the perspectives of a satellite provider, a telecom carrier, a device manufacturer and a public-safety expert. Or, I might […]

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Mission Critical Partners: Darrin Reilly talks company’s 15-year anniversary, industry evolution

Mission Critical Partners President and CEO Darrin Reilly discusses the company’s 15-year anniversary celebration, how the industry has evolved during this period, and how Mission Critical Partners has changed to meet the critical-communications procurement and consulting needs of its clients.

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DoD hints at ‘paid-for relocation’ in lower 3GHz

A top official at the US Department of Defense (DoD) said the agency would consider moving some of its airborne radar operations off the lower 3GHz band in order to free it up for 5G operations. “We’re also going to look at some other aspects, potentially some limited, paid-for relocation, perhaps for future airborne radars,” […]

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2024: 12 predictions for cities and counties (AI stars in all)

Once again, it is that time of the year when we dust off our digital crystal balls and develop predictions for the year ahead. This year’s predictions are remarkably different with far-reaching implications. And as in years past, I offer my annual take on what trends will be most prevalent in cities and counties across […]

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NG911 supporter Eshoo announces she will not seek reelection to Congress in 2024

Rep. Anna Eshoo (D-Calif.), a longtime supporter of federal funding to help public-safety answering points (PSAPs) transition to next-generation 911 (NG911) technology, last week announced that she will not seek reelection to Congress in 2024 but plans to serve out her current term through January 2025. Eshoo, 80, was elected to Congress for the first […]

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Tait, Frequentis partner to offer LifeX software solution in North America

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Leaders outline struggles, benefits associated with ‘journey’ to NG911

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Countdown to IWCE 2024: Your Last-Minute Guide

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FCC approves new rules for satellite-direct-to-phone communications

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NTIA outlines its plans for commercial operations in the lower 3GHz

Things to know about IWCE 2024: PSAP of the Future exhibit

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Mission Critical Partners: Darrin Reilly talks company’s 15-year anniversary, industry evolution

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DoD hints at ‘paid-for relocation’ in lower 3GHz

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2024: 12 predictions for cities and counties (AI stars in all)

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NG911 supporter Eshoo announces she will not seek reelection to Congress in 2024

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September 3GPP Plenary: 6G officially begins, Release 19 on track

Latest 3GPP standards-development work includes new classes of HPUE, progress on mission-critical services

Is LMR the best solution for first responders? Should 4.9 GHz license go to the FirstNet Authority?

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Check out key takeaways from Disaster Management Symposium webinars, register to view archives

Video: Opening of the Expo Hall on day three of IWCE 2023

Lynk CEO Charles Miller: The sky’s the limit

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IWCE 2019 Wrap Up