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Effective drone cybersecurity requires system-engineering approach, not just IT, panelists say

It is virtually impossible to completely secure the software used to operated aerial drones or other unmanned vehicles, so it is important that these systems be designed to operate safely even when the software is compromised, panelists said during a session at the recent Unmanned Systems 2015 event in Atlanta.

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What’s the right infrastructure for public-safety DAS?

When deploying a distributed antenna system (DAS) to provide in-building coverage, some vendors recommend a separate overlay for the public-safety network, while others recommend integrating public-safety coverage and capacity into the cellular wireless network. Which is the right approach?

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Three years after its creation, it is time for FirstNet to begin making key decisions

Three years after being established by Congress, FirstNet has not made as much deployment progress as many public-safety and industry officials had hoped. However, most of the main components appear to be in place, so 2015 should see the FirstNet board make key decisions about the much-anticipated nationwide broadband network for first responders.

Advent C3: Steve Macke outlines what attendees can expect from March 3 TETRA course

Steve Macke, principal for Advent C3, describes some of the teaching points he will emphasize in his upcoming paid course, entitled “TETRA in the U.S,” that will be conducted from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 3. Attendees can click here to register for the course.

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LTE standards group targeting mission-critical push-to-talk specifications for early 2016

Officials for 3GPP, the standards body for LTE technology, say the organization plans to establish a standard for mission-critical-voice functionality over LTE early next year. That action could have significant impact on both 4G LTE initiatives and LMR plans for public-safety and critical-communications entities.

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National 911 Profile Database open for 2013 data collection

The National 911 Program announces that the National 911 Profile Database is open and accepting 911 system data for 2013, including the number of 911 calls received, 911 fees and progress toward implementing next-generation 911. A data-analysis report will be available by the end of the calendar year.

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Charitable foundation launched to aid families of injured, deceased tower workers

Families of tower workers that are killed or injured while on the job will be eligible for financial assistance that is designed to help the families pay for short-term needs, thanks to the launch of the charitable Tower Industry Family Support Charitable Foundation.

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NIST: Feedback needed on security requirements for mobile apps

Michael Ogata, a computer scientist with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), talks about a recent NIST white paper regarding public-safety requirements for mobile applications and the kind of feedback being sought. The public comment period ends Sept. 13.

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Next-gen 911: New platform will impact operations, as well as technology, speaker says

Next-generation 911 will enable public-safety answering points (PSAPs) to offer text messaging and data services, but planning discussions about the future of 911 shouldn’t focus solely on the technology, according to David Jones, a consultant with Mission Critical Partners.

Harris: CTO Dennis Martinez talks about the LTE standards process for mission-critical voice

Dennis Martinez, chief technology officer (CTO) and vice president for public-safety LTE for Harris, explains the company’s position that a mission-critical voice standard should be developed by 3GPP and that the standard needs to enable interoperability with legacy LMR systems.

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Effective drone cybersecurity requires system-engineering approach, not just IT, panelists say

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What’s the right infrastructure for public-safety DAS?

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Three years after its creation, it is time for FirstNet to begin making key decisions

Advent C3: Steve Macke outlines what attendees can expect from March 3 TETRA course

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LTE standards group targeting mission-critical push-to-talk specifications for early 2016

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National 911 Profile Database open for 2013 data collection

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Charitable foundation launched to aid families of injured, deceased tower workers

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NIST: Feedback needed on security requirements for mobile apps

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Next-gen 911: New platform will impact operations, as well as technology, speaker says

Harris: CTO Dennis Martinez talks about the LTE standards process for mission-critical voice

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Show support for law enforcement on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

Rethinking mega-event private critical communications after Astroworld

FirstNet’s public-safety-first approach to 5G and evolving the first-responder network

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